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W782 WFM

2000 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,437 mi
Last recorded40,437 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW782 WFM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 40,437 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2025 40,437 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 36,970 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 35,088 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 34,234 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 32,476 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 31,272 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 30,761 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 29,932 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 29,932 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 28,044 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 26,196 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 26,196 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 24,430 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 21,455 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2010 21,455 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2009 19,007 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 18,630 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 17,086 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 14,216 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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W782 WFM is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W782 WFM, 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 W782 WFM registered?

W782 WFM is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 10 July 2000.

Is W782 WFM safe to buy?

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