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W794 SKH

2000 Honda CB500

Beige Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

57,418 mi
Last recorded57,418 miles
Recorded on20 May 2023
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW794 SKH
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2023 57,418 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2022 56,891 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 58,223 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2020 55,107 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 53,152 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 531,525 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jul 2018 50,117 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 48,231 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 47,165 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 42,186 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 41,137 miles

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

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

chain corroded

nearside handle grip loose but surcure

Pass 11 Jan 2013 39,751 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 36,702 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 36,702 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 35,972 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 34,256 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 34,256 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 30,329 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 24,154 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 18,083 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 10,431 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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W794 SKH is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Beige with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 W794 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 W794 SKH registered?

W794 SKH is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 May 2000.

Is W794 SKH safe to buy?

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