Honda Cb500
MotorcycleFrom 2,291 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 36 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.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 36 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 16 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 12 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 11 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 10 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 10 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 10 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 9 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 8 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 8 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 13.8% of Cb500 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £54.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 88.9% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2002 | 87% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2001 | 89.5% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2000 | 88.8% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
6 earlier years
| 1999 | 87.3% | a footrest missing or insecure, audible warning sound not in accordance with requirements |
| 1998 | 83% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 1997 | 84.9% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre |
| 1996 | 79.7% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall |
| 1995 | 85.8% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 1994 | 88.1% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a lamp missing or inoperative |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cb500s tested had between 19,452 and 50,861 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 33,227 median miles, the Cb500 has 0.04 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 Cb500 MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cb500 has a 86.7% MOT pass rate based on 2,291 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cb500?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cb500 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 36 failures. Other common issues include a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cb500 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cb500 is 33,227 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 19,452 and 50,861 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.