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W947 BVW

2000 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

58,729 mi
Last recorded58,729 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2015
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW947 BVW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2015 58,729 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 57,715 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 52,294 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 48,164 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 48,097 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 47,881 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 45,460 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 42,018 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 32,712 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2006 32,712 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Nov 2005 24,995 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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W947 BVW is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W947 BVW, 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 W947 BVW registered?

W947 BVW is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W947 BVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W947 BVW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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