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X498 XEX

2000 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

38,505 mi
Last recorded38,505 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2019
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX498 XEX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2019 38,505 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 37,952 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 34,767 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 23 Jan 2016 31,971 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 31,823 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front tyre has slight perishing between treads

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 28 Nov 2014 31,823 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front tyre has slight perishing between treads

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2013 28,517 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 26,652 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 25,029 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 24,009 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 23,485 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 23,350 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 17,160 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 15,807 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 12,816 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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X498 XEX is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 X498 XEX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X498 XEX registered?

X498 XEX is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 October 2000.

Is X498 XEX safe to buy?

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