Honda Cmx 500 A-L
MotorcycleFrom 440 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 brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, 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.
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 5 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 2 |
| a tyre cords exposed or damaged | 2 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 2 |
| a transmission belt or chain excessively tight | 1 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 1 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 1 |
| rate of flashing not between 60 and 120 times per minute | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 91% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2020 | 93% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail, a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cmx 500 A-Ls tested had between 1,959 and 6,370 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
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 Cmx 500 A-L MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cmx 500 A-L has a 91.8% MOT pass rate based on 440 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cmx 500 A-L?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cmx 500 A-L is brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cmx 500 A-L at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cmx 500 A-L is 4,011 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 1,959 and 6,370 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.