Honda Cb 500 Xa-K
MotorcycleFrom 1,155 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Cb 500 Xa-Ks fare better: 2020 models pass at 93.1% vs 90.4% for 2019.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a transmission belt, chain and sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn. The top issue, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, caused 9 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 9 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 8 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 8 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 6 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 6 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 3 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 3 |
| handlebar grip insecure to handlebar | 2 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 2 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 93.1% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution |
| 2019 | 90.4% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cb 500 Xa-Ks tested had between 5,114 and 14,145 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 8,020 median miles, the Cb 500 Xa-K has 0.102 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Cb 500 Xa-K MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cb 500 Xa-K has a 91.8% MOT pass rate based on 1,155 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cb 500 Xa-K?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cb 500 Xa-K is excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, which caused 9 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cb 500 Xa-K at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cb 500 Xa-K is 8,020 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 5,114 and 14,145 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.