CarVerify

Free Car Check

W698 VGF

2000 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

33,272 mi
Last recorded33,272 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationW698 VGF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 33,272 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 32,401 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 32,368 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2021 32,368 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 31,912 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 31,801 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 31,760 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 31,711 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 30,992 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 30,433 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 29,722 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 28,355 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 28,060 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 27,209 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 23,326 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

W698 VGF is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 W698 VGF, 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 W698 VGF?

You can check the full history of W698 VGF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was W698 VGF registered?

W698 VGF is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 22 April 2000.

Is W698 VGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W698 VGF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W698 VGF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on W698 VGF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.