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X265 OEV

2000 Honda CB500

Purple Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

121 mi
Last recorded121 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2014
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX265 OEV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2014 121 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Sep 2014 43 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 45,547 miles

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

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

nearside grip deteriorated

rear footrests worn/bent

Fail 16 Jan 2013 45,547 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

nearside grip deteriorated

rear footrests worn/bent

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 45,036 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 38,524 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 32,258 miles

slight notch in steering bearings

Pass 25 Sep 2008 29,241 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Sep 2008 29,047 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 26,508 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 3,677 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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X265 OEV is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Purple with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 X265 OEV, 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 X265 OEV registered?

X265 OEV is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 September 2000.

Is X265 OEV safe to buy?

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