CarVerify

Free Car Check

W659 PJR

2000 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

38 mi
Last recorded38 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationW659 PJR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 38 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 39,840 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2025 39,840 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 39,334 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 May 2024 39,334 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 36,682 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 184 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2015 160 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 30,501 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2014 30,473 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 56,408 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has slight distortion (2.3.8)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 Jun 2013 56,408 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has slight distortion (2.3.8)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 50,996 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2012 50,996 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 40,140 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 30,598 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 30,598 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 26,247 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 26,062 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 26,062 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 19,750 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 16,419 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

W659 PJR is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 W659 PJR, 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 W659 PJR?

You can check the full history of W659 PJR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was W659 PJR registered?

W659 PJR is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W659 PJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W659 PJR shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W659 PJR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on W659 PJR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.