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W968 TNG

2000 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,416 mi
Last recorded47,416 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW968 TNG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 47,416 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2021 47,416 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

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

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2020 46,650 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 1 Apr 2020 46,645 miles

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Corrosion between rear brake disc and wheel is causing the brake to fluctuate, this will worsen, repair a.s.a.p.

Pass 27 Mar 2019 43,851 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Exhaust secure but silencer support band missing, would advise replacement. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 14 Mar 2019 43,846 miles

Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Headlamp insecure Headlamp holder/bracket very loose in steering yoke (4.1.1 (c))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Trapping brake hose (2.1.4 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Exhaust secure but silencer support band missing, would advise replacement. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 39,436 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 23 Aug 2017 39,436 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering To RHS (2.5.1)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 36,008 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. To RHS (2.5.1)

Fail 16 Aug 2016 36,008 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. To RHS (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 33,562 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 31,829 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 26,890 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 3 Jun 2013 26,886 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

O/S Chain adjusters loose

R clip missing from rear brake pin

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2012 21,746 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 18,763 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 16,138 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 14,536 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 14,536 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2007 12,785 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 9,984 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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W968 TNG is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 W968 TNG, 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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W968 TNG is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 21 July 2000.

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