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W874 PBB

2000 Honda CB500

Orange Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,501 mi
Last recorded50,501 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW874 PBB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2017 50,501 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 50,326 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 48,666 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2014 46,301 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

number plate deteriorated advise replace

rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 11 Feb 2013 41,947 miles

Front brake binding.

Number plate in poor condition.

Fail 11 Feb 2013 41,947 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front brake binding.

Number plate in poor condition.

Pass 17 Aug 2012 40,985 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2012 40,985 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 36,665 miles

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

non-standard exhaust fitted

Fail 23 Aug 2011 36,665 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

non-standard exhaust fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2010 33,023 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 26,774 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 26,378 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 16,483 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 9,244 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2006 9,041 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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W874 PBB is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Orange with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W874 PBB, 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 W874 PBB registered?

W874 PBB is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 March 2000.

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