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Honda CB500

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 499 cc

S812 TCLMOT history

S812 TCL is a silver petrol Honda CB500 first used on 8 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 44,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jun 2027
Mileage
44,965 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,502 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S812 TCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
CB500
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
499 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
8 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S812 TCL was last recorded at 44,965 miles on 28 May 2026, 3,085 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 May 2019: 24,509 miles, lower than 39,330 miles on 24 May 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
41,880 miles · 11 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,085 miles
Average per year
1,502 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,965 miles
  • 2025 – 41,880 miles
  • 2024 – 38,563 miles
  • 2023 – 35,880 miles
  • 2022 – 32,556 miles
  • 2021 – 29,781 miles
  • 2020 – 27,744 miles
  • 2019 – 24,509 miles
  • 2018 – 39,330 miles
  • 2017 – 36,091 miles
  • 2016 – 32,258 miles
  • 2015 – 27,794 miles
  • 2014 – 22,584 miles
  • 2013 – 19,734 miles
  • 2012 – 19,391 miles
  • 2011 – 17,809 miles
  • 2010 – 16,543 miles
  • 2008 – 16,481 miles
  • 2007 – 16,481 miles
  • 2006 – 15,062 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,965 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryClutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryHandlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Steering headbearing has slight free play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Neutral light inop

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Headlamp insecure

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Rear Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,965 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    44,965 miles
    Test number
    812201521549
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryHandlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail44,965 miles (+3,085)3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,965 miles
    Test number
    345462554965
    • MajorDrive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryHandlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
  3. Pass41,880 miles (+3,317)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    41,880 miles
    Test number
    294645665605
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryHandlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass38,563 miles (+2,683)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    38,563 miles
    Test number
    279437262718
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryHandlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
  5. Pass35,880 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    35,880 miles
    Test number
    845249230759
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Cracked but emitting correct beam when tested. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged Perished (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Fail35,880 miles (+3,324)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,880 miles
    Test number
    742757530743
    • DangerousStop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front inoperative (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testDrive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Cracked but emitting correct beam when tested. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged Perished (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass32,556 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    32,556 miles
    Test number
    727388440067
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryHandlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Fail32,556 miles (+2,775)9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,556 miles
    Test number
    959693771350
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryHandlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNeutral light inop
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass29,781 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    29,781 miles
    Test number
    375594480407
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNeutral light inop
  10. Fail29,781 miles (+2,037)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,781 miles
    Test number
    872576721674
    • DangerousRear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced topbox insecure (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorFront Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryWheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNeutral light inop
  11. Pass27,744 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    27,744 miles
    Test number
    309926603473
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
  12. Fail27,744 miles (+43)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,744 miles
    Test number
    828984359000
    • DangerousFront Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
  13. Fail27,701 miles (+3,192)2 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,701 miles
    Test number
    784051113411
    • DangerousFront Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorChain guard insecure chain adjuster loose (6.1.7 (i))
    • MajorDrive chain worn to excess worn and has several stiff links (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorShock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSteering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened fork tubes pitted (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTop box loose and insecure
  14. Pass24,509 miles (-14,821)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    24,509 miles
    Test number
    274752560772
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
  15. Pass39,330 miles (+3,239)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    39,330 miles
    Test number
    397483917654
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively front disc has slight run out (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
  16. Pass36,091 miles (+3,833)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    36,091 miles
    Test number
    487970054116
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket slightly worn chain and sprockets (6.2.1e)
  17. Pass32,258 miles (+4,464)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    32,258 miles
    Test number
    603602217984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,794 miles (+5,210)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    27,794 miles
    Test number
    148974555110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    22,584 miles
    Test number
    247951644479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail22,584 miles (+2,850)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,584 miles
    Test number
    337040644175
    • FailureRear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)
  21. Pass19,734 miles (+343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    19,734 miles
    Test number
    149737753149
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
  22. Pass19,391 miles (+1,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    19,391 miles
    Test number
    317238432108
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  23. Pass17,809 miles (+1,266)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    17,809 miles
    Test number
    329238551163
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
  24. Pass16,543 miles (+62)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    16,543 miles
    Test number
    700247930169
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  25. Pass16,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    16,481 miles
    Test number
    840556958149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass16,481 miles (+1,419)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    16,481 miles
    Test number
    920125987108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass15,062 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    15,062 miles
    Test number
    133701486162
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Questions about S812 TCL

Does S812 TCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S812 TCL is valid until 18 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S812 TCL?
The MOT on S812 TCL is valid until 18 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S812 TCL done?
S812 TCL was recorded at 44,965 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 1,502 miles a year.
Has S812 TCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S812 TCL has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S812 TCL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 May 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S812 TCL find?
S812 TCL passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective; clutch lever shortened; exhaust noisy, and 7 more.

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