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W498 RMR

2000 Honda CB500

Orange Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,606 mi
Last recorded49,606 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW498 RMR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 49,606 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 47,936 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 46,607 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2024 46,607 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 46,607 miles

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

Rear suspension slightly stiff.

Pass 11 Jul 2017 46,597 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 46,202 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 44,804 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 43,180 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 41,581 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 40,241 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 39,225 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 38,157 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 37,065 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 36,076 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2007 34,951 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 33,960 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 2 May 2006 33,957 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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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W498 RMR is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Orange with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 W498 RMR, 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 W498 RMR registered?

W498 RMR is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 17 April 2000.

Is W498 RMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W498 RMR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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