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X946 VVW

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

44,318 mi
Last recorded44,318 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2019
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX946 VVW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2019 44,318 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 42,554 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 41,502 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 May 2012 40,423 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 38,908 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 38,706 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2010 38,671 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 1 May 2009 37,275 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 33,547 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 28,807 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)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 25,233 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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X946 VVW is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 X946 VVW, 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

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What year was X946 VVW registered?

X946 VVW is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 January 2001.

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The MOT history for X946 VVW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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