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W56 ACW

2000 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,997 mi
Last recorded29,997 miles
Recorded on26 May 2022
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW56 ACW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2022 29,997 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 29,859 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 29,251 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 28,774 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2019 28,774 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 28,042 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 25,254 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 25,254 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling wheel (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 25,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 May 2014 24,422 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 24,422 miles

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))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

advise front brake sticking

Pass 11 May 2012 24,422 miles

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))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

advise front brake sticking

Pass 30 Apr 2011 19,601 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 14,576 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 9,235 miles

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

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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W56 ACW is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W56 ACW, 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 W56 ACW registered?

W56 ACW is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 2 March 2000.

Is W56 ACW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W56 ACW shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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