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W587 VFP

2000 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

48,112 mi
Last recorded48,112 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW587 VFP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 48,112 miles
Fail 11 May 2019 48,112 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 12 May 2018 47,707 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2018 47,686 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 47,086 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 46,078 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2016 46,078 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 45,420 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 44,112 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2013 43,207 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 42,496 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2011 41,731 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 41,730 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear brake slightly poor performance

Pass 25 Jun 2010 40,514 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 38,411 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 34,757 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 31,609 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 29,382 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 29,382 miles

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

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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W587 VFP is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 W587 VFP, 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 W587 VFP registered?

W587 VFP is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 August 2000.

Is W587 VFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W587 VFP shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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