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W769 SKH

2000 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests30 (22 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

29,397 mi
Last recorded29,397 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW769 SKH
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

22 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 29,397 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2025 27,658 miles

Rear TYRE PERISHED ON SIDEWALLS

Pass 19 Jun 2024 25,855 miles

Front HANDLEBAR MOUNT NOT FULLY TIGHT

Rear TYRE AGE RELATED CRACKS IN SIDEWALLS

Pass 15 Jun 2023 25,649 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 25,545 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jun 2022 25,545 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 25,521 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 25,479 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 24,744 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 24,732 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2018 23,688 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 22,455 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2017 22,455 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2016 20,978 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 20,429 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 19,623 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2014 19,623 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2013 18,344 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 1 Oct 2012 17,016 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 17,016 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 14,697 miles

front brake lever neally has no reserve travel

Fail 30 Sep 2011 14,697 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front brake lever neally has no reserve travel

Pass 29 Sep 2010 12,609 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 10,697 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 10,697 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 9,150 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 7,424 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 7,424 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 6,089 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 6,068 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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W769 SKH is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 W769 SKH, 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 W769 SKH registered?

W769 SKH is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W769 SKH safe to buy?

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