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W439 RBB

2000 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

56,531 mi
Last recorded56,531 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW439 RBB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 56,531 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 54,958 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 53,933 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 48,498 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 45,546 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2022 45,540 miles

Front Tyre incorrect because a radial tyre is fitted to the front and a cross-ply or bias belted tyre fitted to the rear (5.2.3 (a))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2020 43,636 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 42,618 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 42,523 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 42,225 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 41,452 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 40,585 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 39,799 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 38,821 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 37,930 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 35,861 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 35,104 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 34,163 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 33,655 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2007 32,844 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 17 May 2007 32,844 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 27,328 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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W439 RBB is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 W439 RBB, 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 W439 RBB registered?

W439 RBB is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 21 July 2000.

Is W439 RBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W439 RBB shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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