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L120 VFL

1995 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

21,615 mi
Last recorded21,615 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2020
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL120 VFL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2020 21,615 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Jul 2020 21,615 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 17,111 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 17,055 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 17,046 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 16,953 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 16,714 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 16,166 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 15,900 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Dec 2012 15,896 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 12 Oct 2012 15,882 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 13,936 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 13,453 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 10,489 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 9,653 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 7,017 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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L120 VFL is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1995 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 35,004 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 L120 VFL, 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 31 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L120 VFL registered?

L120 VFL is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is L120 VFL safe to buy?

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