2022 Honda CB 500 FA-N 0.5L Petrol · VX22 VSO

The Honda CB 500 FA-N presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 11 March 2026 at 3,043 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, matching the clean result from 4 March 2025 at 2,695 miles. No advisories or mechanical faults appear across either examination. Recorded mileage shows very light use for a four-year-old machine. The bike covered only 348 miles between March 2025 and March 2026, averaging roughly 761 miles per year since registration. Two MOT entries exist with no gaps in annual testing, yet the sparse history offers limited insight into component condition between tests. Low standing mileage suggests minimal drivetrain or suspension cycle loading, though prolonged idle periods can permit fluid degradation or corrosion onset unseen by the tester. A buyer should still verify in person what records cannot show. Inspect the brake calipers for binding after standing, check fork seals and suspension bushes for perish from inactivity, and confirm coolant and brake fluid remain within service limits. Examine the exhaust and frame joints for early corrosion, particularly if the machine spent extended periods outdoors. The absence of recorded defects implies conscientious basic upkeep by previous keepers, but the low mileage means wear items remain untested by distance. A pre-purchase inspection should prioritise fluid condition and rubber component integrity over mechanical fatigue.