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W799 YFL

2000 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

28,928 mi
Last recorded28,928 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW799 YFL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 28,928 miles

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

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

Riders seat slightly loose front catch insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 28,052 miles

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

Riders seat slightly loose seat catch (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 27,078 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 26,757 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 26,749 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy with front wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 26,718 miles

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose worn (6.2.12 (a))

some cables have slight damage at headstock

Pass 5 May 2020 26,539 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front exhaust down pipes corroding

Nearside Front foot rest worn

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 May 2020 26,539 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front exhaust down pipes corroding

Nearside Front foot rest worn

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 24,659 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 12,410 miles

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swing arm (6.1.1a)

Fail 10 Apr 2018 12,410 miles

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swing arm (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 20,367 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2016 7,948 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swing arm (6.1.1a)

Fail 25 Apr 2015 15,563 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 15,563 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 May 2014 15,174 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 15,161 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 15,153 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 15,153 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 28 May 2009 14,902 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 14,611 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 14,611 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 14,001 miles

rear tyre was flat at start of test ,now at 33psi.may have a slow puncture.

Fail 17 Mar 2007 14,001 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

rear tyre was flat at start of test ,now at 33psi.may have a slow puncture.

Pass 16 Mar 2006 11,184 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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W799 YFL is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 W799 YFL, 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 W799 YFL registered?

W799 YFL is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 15 March 2000.

Is W799 YFL safe to buy?

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