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W557 SCN

2000 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

31,486 mi
Last recorded31,486 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW557 SCN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 31,486 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 31,438 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 31,157 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 30,868 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 30,540 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 29,601 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 28,921 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 28,864 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 28,786 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 28,786 miles

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

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

Rear suspension is very stiff

Pass 10 Aug 2016 28,653 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 9 Aug 2016 28,653 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 28,534 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 28,195 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 27,925 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 27,682 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 26,574 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 25,546 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 25,546 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2006 20,758 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 20,758 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2005 14,169 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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W557 SCN is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W557 SCN, 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

How do I check the history of W557 SCN?

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What year was W557 SCN registered?

W557 SCN is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 10 June 2000.

Is W557 SCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W557 SCN shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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