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W353 YKM

2000 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW353 YKM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Aug 2016 20,700 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 60,179 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 54,562 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2012 52,983 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2012 52,983 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2011 48,523 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2011 48,523 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 42,532 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2009 34,623 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 26,647 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 19,257 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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W353 YKM is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W353 YKM, 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.

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What year was W353 YKM registered?

W353 YKM is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 April 2000.

Is W353 YKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W353 YKM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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