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L109 NRE

1994 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

49,135 mi
Last recorded49,135 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2018
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL109 NRE
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2018 49,135 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 46,409 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2017 46,409 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 44,805 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 44,805 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2015 43,578 miles

no chain guard fitted

Fail 23 Mar 2015 43,578 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

no chain guard fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2014 37,903 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 35,857 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 35,857 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 35,208 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 35,208 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 33,377 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 32,535 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 32,535 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 30,389 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 2 Feb 2007 27,894 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 27,894 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 28 Jan 2006 25,519 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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L109 NRE is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 L109 NRE, 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

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What year was L109 NRE registered?

L109 NRE is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 May 1994.

Is L109 NRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L109 NRE shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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