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W342 SMO

2000 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,132 mi
Last recorded38,132 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW342 SMO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2019 38,132 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 38,072 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2017 37,649 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 36,616 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 36,584 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 36,334 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 36,148 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 31,613 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 30,773 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2006 30,751 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

How Reliable is the Honda CB500?

Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
7,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,526
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,227
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,110
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 808
Drive chain excessively loose 572
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W342 SMO is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 26,946 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W342 SMO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 26 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W342 SMO registered?

W342 SMO is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W342 SMO safe to buy?

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