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W523 VHR

2000 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,266 mi
Last recorded18,266 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW523 VHR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 18,266 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2025 18,257 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 May 2022 15,305 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 15,254 miles

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 14,479 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 14,479 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 12,648 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 12,648 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride lock nut loose (6.2.1h)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 12,112 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 11,518 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 10,484 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 10,356 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 10,318 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 10,195 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 10,171 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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W523 VHR 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 80%.

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 W523 VHR, 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 W523 VHR registered?

W523 VHR is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 June 2000.

Is W523 VHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W523 VHR shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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