Honda Cx500b MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 49 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 24.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Cx500b MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Cx500b is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 49 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.5% and a failure rate of 24.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Cx500b earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Cx500b presents for MOT with approximately 64,884 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Cx500b is Motorcycle steering and suspension, affecting 18.4% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lighting and signalling at 10.2%. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment rounds out the top three at 10.2%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 24.5% | 12 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 14.3% | 7 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 12.2% | 6 |
| 4 | Suspension | 10.2% | 5 |
| 5 | Brakes | 6.1% | 3 |
| 6 | Steering | 6.1% | 3 |
| 7 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 4.1% | 2 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Brakes | 4.1% | 2 |
| 9 | Tyres | 4.1% | 2 |
| 10 | Visibility | 2.0% | 1 |
| 11 | Driver's View Of The Road | 2.0% | 1 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 2.0% | 1 |
| 13 | Road Wheels | 2.0% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 64,884 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 3.77 | 24.5% | 12 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 2.20 | 14.3% | 7 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 1.89 | 12.2% | 6 |
| Suspension | 1.57 | 10.2% | 5 |
| Brakes | 0.94 | 6.1% | 3 |
| Steering | 0.94 | 6.1% | 3 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.63 | 4.1% | 2 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 0.63 | 4.1% | 2 |
| Tyres | 0.63 | 4.1% | 2 |
| Visibility | 0.62 | 4.0% | 2 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.31 | 2.0% | 1 |
| Wheels | 0.31 | 2.0% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Cx500b has 64,884 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Honda Cx500b has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 3.78% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Honda Cx500b MOT Data
The Honda Cx500b is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 49 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.5% and a failure rate of 24.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Cx500b owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle steering and suspension and motorcycle lighting and signalling for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Cx500b is likely to perform.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 18.4% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 18.4% of MOT failures on the Honda Cx500b. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 10.2% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 10.2% of MOT failures on the Honda Cx500b. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 10.2% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 10.2% of MOT failures on the Honda Cx500b. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Cx500b?
Based on 49 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda Cx500b has an overall pass rate of 75.5% (24.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Cx500b?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Cx500b fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle steering and suspension (18.4%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (10.2%), 3. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (10.2%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Cx500b reliable?
With a 24.5% MOT failure rate, the Cx500b is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Cx500b?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle steering and suspension (18.4%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (10.2%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (10.2%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.