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W672 XAE

2000 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

38,213 mi
Last recorded38,213 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW672 XAE
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 38,213 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

chain link not fully rivetted

Pass 7 Aug 2025 38,209 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

cnain link needs resetting/rivetting

Pass 14 Jun 2019 37,622 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2015 37,383 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2009 37,363 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 36,573 miles

Drive chain joining link poorly fitted

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 2 Oct 2008 36,573 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Drive chain joining link poorly fitted

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 28,242 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2007 28,242 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Sep 2006 21,107 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2006 21,107 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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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W672 XAE is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 W672 XAE, 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 W672 XAE?

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What year was W672 XAE registered?

W672 XAE is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W672 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W672 XAE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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