2020 Honda CBR 500 RA-K 0.5L Petrol · HX20 XRH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test on 18 August 2025. The maintenance trend shows an improving trajectory after a significant failure recorded just eleven days prior to that pass. While the August 2025 failure identified critical safety issues regarding brake performance and a non-conforming registration plate, the subsequent pass with no recorded defects indicates that the owner addressed these specific mechanical faults immediately to meet legal standards. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a six-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 1,100 miles per year. There is a notable gap between the February 2023 test at 6,158 miles and the August 2025 test at 6,591 miles, representing over two years of very minimal travel. This suggests the bike sat stationary for long periods, which can lead to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, or internal corrosion within fluid lines despite the low mechanical wear on the drivetrain. A buyer must physically inspect the rear braking system to ensure the performance failure noted in 2025 has been fully rectified and is not a recurring symptom of a seized caliper or failing master cylinder. The 2023 record also flagged a deformed handlebar and a noisy exhaust, requiring a close look at the controls for any alignment issues and the exhaust manifold for loose mounting bolts. Given the low usage, check the tyres for flat spots or age-related cracking, as the rubber often outlives the tread depth on low-mileage vehicles.