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W94 TJF

2000 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,822 mi
Last recorded55,822 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW94 TJF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 55,822 miles

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

Wheel corroded but not to excess Paint flaking to both front and rear wheeld (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 54,900 miles

Paint flaking on both wheels

Pass 24 Feb 2024 52,871 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Number parts of the frame showing corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 51,204 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 49,632 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 19 Feb 2022 49,632 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 45,659 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2021 45,659 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 44,554 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 41,857 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2018 38,944 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 35,966 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 35,409 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2015 35,409 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 33,493 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 32,575 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 30,497 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 28,986 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 26,737 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 24,897 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 22,796 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 20,566 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 18,191 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 15,530 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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W94 TJF is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W94 TJF, 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 W94 TJF registered?

W94 TJF is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 May 2000.

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