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WRV 272K

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,251 mi
Last recorded24,251 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRV 272K
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2025 24,251 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 22,314 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 22,299 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 20,508 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 18,288 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 18,113 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 17,828 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 17,721 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 17,398 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 17,118 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 17,048 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 16,868 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 16,692 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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WRV 272K is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 25,233 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 WRV 272K, 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 25 years old, this Honda CB500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WRV 272K?

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What year was WRV 272K registered?

WRV 272K is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is WRV 272K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WRV 272K shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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