Honda Cbr 500 Ra-K
MotorcycleFrom 515 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 tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps, a transmission belt, chain and sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 5 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.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 4 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 4 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 3 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 3 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 2 |
| on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is no recorded brake effort at a wheel | 2 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 2 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 2 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 20.7% of Cbr 500 Ra-K 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 £66.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 91.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2019 | 87% | rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps, a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cbr 500 Ra-Ks tested had between 3,205 and 11,029 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 6,566 median miles, the Cbr 500 Ra-K has 0.16 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 Cbr 500 Ra-K MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cbr 500 Ra-K has a 89.5% MOT pass rate based on 515 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cbr 500 Ra-K?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cbr 500 Ra-K is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cbr 500 Ra-K at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cbr 500 Ra-K is 6,566 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 3,205 and 11,029 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.