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W524 NDW

2000 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

34,464 mi
Last recorded34,464 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW524 NDW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 34,464 miles
Fail 28 May 2026 34,464 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 33,915 miles

Front tyre slight perishing between tread(cracking)

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 33,343 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 33,329 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 32,978 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 32,329 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 32,329 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 29,140 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 28,239 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. silencer (7.1.1.c)

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

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 27,231 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 25,749 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 23,585 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2010 23,430 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 23,429 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 22,593 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 20,931 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2007 20,930 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2006 17,864 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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W524 NDW is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 W524 NDW, 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 W524 NDW registered?

W524 NDW is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 March 2000.

Is W524 NDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W524 NDW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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