Honda Cb 500 Xa-M
MotorcycleFrom 396 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a tyre with a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, caused 2 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.
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 2 |
| a tyre with a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords | 2 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 1 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 1 |
| steering head bearings have excessive wear or play | 1 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 1 |
| handlebar grip insecure to handlebar | 1 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 1 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 94.9% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a tyre with a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cb 500 Xa-Ms tested had between 4,157 and 11,168 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 6,725 median miles, the Cb 500 Xa-M has 0.076 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-M MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cb 500 Xa-M has a 94.9% MOT pass rate based on 396 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cb 500 Xa-M?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cb 500 Xa-M is brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, which caused 2 failures. Other common issues include a tyre with a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cb 500 Xa-M at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cb 500 Xa-M is 6,725 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 4,157 and 11,168 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.