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W477 PHW

2000 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,142 mi
Last recorded90,142 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2015
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW477 PHW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2015 90,142 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 87,395 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Apr 2014 87,395 miles

Offside Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 81,390 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 3 Apr 2013 81,390 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 74,731 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 4 Apr 2012 74,731 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Fail 3 Apr 2012 74,713 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 66,752 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 21,533 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 58,759 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 54,380 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 44,470 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2006 34,761 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2006 34,761 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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W477 PHW is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W477 PHW, 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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W477 PHW is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 March 2000.

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