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L105 GYW

1994 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,409 mi
Last recorded28,409 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL105 GYW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 28,409 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 27,615 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 27,109 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 26,924 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 25,440 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 25,440 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 24,590 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ready to change now old (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2010 24,407 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 23,700 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 23,636 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 23,083 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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L105 GYW is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1994 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 34,555 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L105 GYW, 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 32 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 L105 GYW?

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What year was L105 GYW registered?

L105 GYW is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 21 April 1994.

Is L105 GYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L105 GYW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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