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W741 XRV

2000 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

34,856 mi
Last recorded34,856 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW741 XRV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 34,856 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 34,775 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 34,775 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 May 2021 34,404 miles
Fail 7 May 2021 34,404 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2020 33,666 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute all (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 28 May 2019 32,709 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 32,633 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 32,513 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 32,325 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 32,080 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 32,080 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 31,659 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 31,659 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 31,108 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

front mud guard cracked but still secure

left hand handle bar end missing

plug in rear tyre

Fail 20 Jun 2013 31,042 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Offside Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

front mud guard cracked but still secure

left hand handle bar end missing

plug in rear tyre

Pass 29 Jun 2012 30,245 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 58,664 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 26,976 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 21,942 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 21,672 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 19,672 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 10 Jul 2008 19,672 miles

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

rear tyre flat

Pass 4 Jul 2007 18,951 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 18,505 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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W741 XRV is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 W741 XRV, 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 W741 XRV registered?

W741 XRV is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 14 July 2000.

Is W741 XRV safe to buy?

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