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W727 CWU

2000 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

25,366 mi
Last recorded25,366 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
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

RegistrationW727 CWU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 25,366 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 24,227 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 May 2025 24,227 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 23,239 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 22,254 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 21,271 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 20,442 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 19,665 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 19,252 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 17,374 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 15,667 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 15,025 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2015 14,348 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 14,292 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 13,891 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 13,226 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2012 12,273 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 10,587 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 9,249 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2009 6,430 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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W727 CWU is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 W727 CWU, 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 W727 CWU registered?

W727 CWU is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W727 CWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W727 CWU shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W727 CWU have outstanding finance?

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