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X286 CTX

2000 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

8,215 mi
Last recorded8,215 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX286 CTX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 8,215 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Mudguard slight damage!

Fail 3 May 2016 8,215 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Mudguard slight damage!

Pass 12 May 2015 3,922 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front mudguard cracked in two places

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 5 May 2015 3,922 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front mudguard cracked in two places

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 May 2014 92,814 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Front mudguard slight damage!

Front near side fork seal dust cover slightly damaged!

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Fail 29 Apr 2014 92,814 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Front mudguard slight damage!

Front near side fork seal dust cover slightly damaged!

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 10 May 2013 84,889 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 75,979 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2011 63,788 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 4 May 2010 47,923 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 47,923 miles

Centre Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Centre Front Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 31,045 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 21,199 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 20,377 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 20,333 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2005 17,982 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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X286 CTX is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 X286 CTX, 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 X286 CTX registered?

X286 CTX is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 October 2000.

Is X286 CTX safe to buy?

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