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W656 XSB

2000 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,964 mi
Last recorded24,964 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2014
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW656 XSB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2014 24,964 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 23,722 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 22,542 miles

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 22,542 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 20,959 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 19,149 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 16,969 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 16,017 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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W656 XSB is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W656 XSB, 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 W656 XSB registered?

W656 XSB is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 July 2000.

Is W656 XSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W656 XSB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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