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KHE 645L

1973 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

35,494 mi
Last recorded35,494 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2024
Typical for 1973 Honda CB50035,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKHE 645L
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2024 35,494 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 35,482 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 35,477 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 35,477 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 35,439 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 35,248 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 35,248 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 21 Feb 2015 35,154 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 35,154 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 35,043 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 35,043 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 35,026 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 35,026 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 14 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB500?

Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
7,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,526
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,227
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,110
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 808
Drive chain excessively loose 572
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KHE 645L is a 1973 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1973 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 35,458 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CB500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KHE 645L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 53 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KHE 645L?

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What year was KHE 645L registered?

KHE 645L is a 1973 Honda CB500, first registered on 25 May 1973.

Is KHE 645L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KHE 645L shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KHE 645L have outstanding finance?

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