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W346 VLN

2000 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

34,945 mi
Last recorded34,945 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW346 VLN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 34,945 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 94,240 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 92,680 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 90,923 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 88,751 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 85,626 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 83,125 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 76,995 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 69,517 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 65,368 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 58,949 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 52,537 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 47,904 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 43,913 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 37,927 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 32,760 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2011 32,760 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 26,912 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 23,181 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 20,753 miles

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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W346 VLN is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 W346 VLN, 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 W346 VLN registered?

W346 VLN is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 18 May 2000.

Is W346 VLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W346 VLN shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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