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W626 PHY

2000 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

76,497 mi
Last recorded76,497 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW626 PHY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 76,497 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 74,763 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 73,490 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 73,490 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 29 Apr 2015 72,934 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 18 Apr 2015 72,802 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 50,523 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2014 50,523 miles

Front Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 43,177 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 18 Apr 2013 43,177 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 37,387 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 30,520 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 May 2010 24,333 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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W626 PHY is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 W626 PHY, 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.

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What year was W626 PHY registered?

W626 PHY is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 April 2000.

Is W626 PHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W626 PHY shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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