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W538 JBN

2000 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,232 mi
Last recorded28,232 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW538 JBN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2025 28,232 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 27,066 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 27,042 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 23,262 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 20,790 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 19,126 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 17,808 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 14,320 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 13,615 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 10,680 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 9,254 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 8,445 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 6,558 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 5,063 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 5,041 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 4,972 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 4,721 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 4,359 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 3,697 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 3,688 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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W538 JBN is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W538 JBN, 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

How do I check the history of W538 JBN?

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What year was W538 JBN registered?

W538 JBN is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W538 JBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W538 JBN shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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