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W605 SJF

2000 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,044 mi
Last recorded71,044 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2021
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW605 SJF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2021 71,044 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Road spring corroded Both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 70,388 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

MAIN STAND HELD IN POSITION BY CABLE TIES

REAR TOPBOX CARRIER HAS BOLT MISSING

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2019 70,359 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

MAIN STAND HELD IN POSITION BY CABLE TIES

REAR TOPBOX CARRIER HAS BOLT MISSING

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 68,799 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2018 68,770 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Nov 2017 67,231 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2016 65,386 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2015 63,797 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play swingarm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Nov 2014 62,008 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2013 58,996 miles

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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

bolt in chainguard snapped but not considered dangerous

Pass 14 Jul 2012 54,683 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Jul 2011 50,761 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2010 46,914 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Fail 31 Jul 2010 46,913 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 42,920 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 38,242 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2007 34,659 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 31,365 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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W605 SJF is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W605 SJF, 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.

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What year was W605 SJF registered?

W605 SJF is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 19 May 2000.

Is W605 SJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W605 SJF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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