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W579 SFT

2000 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,483 mi
Last recorded16,483 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW579 SFT
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2025 16,483 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 16,268 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 16,234 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure screen damaged (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 15,631 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 14,652 miles
Pass 2 May 2016 6,222 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 98,815 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 97,753 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2013 95,566 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 95,566 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 95,193 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 95,193 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 16,273 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 15,151 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 13,119 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 10,239 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 11 Feb 2008 9,049 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 9,049 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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W579 SFT is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W579 SFT, 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 W579 SFT registered?

W579 SFT is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W579 SFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W579 SFT shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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