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W949 XBN

2000 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

70,547 mi
Last recorded70,547 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2023
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW949 XBN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2023 70,547 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 70,010 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 66,242 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 66,097 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

rear tyre cracked

Fail 9 Sep 2015 66,097 miles

Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 59,961 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 46,666 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 12 May 2011 46,598 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 May 2011 46,598 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 45,433 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 44,129 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 41,847 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 37,834 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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W949 XBN is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 W949 XBN, 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 W949 XBN registered?

W949 XBN is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 July 2000.

Is W949 XBN safe to buy?

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