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L142 OJN

1994 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL142 OJN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019

Front Chain guard missing ()

Front Mudguard insecure ()

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

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

gear lever loose

Fail 8 Jul 2019

Rear Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Front Chain guard missing ()

Front Mudguard insecure ()

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

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

gear lever loose

Pass 11 May 2018

no lights fitted at time of test DAY TIME USE ONLY

Pass 15 Apr 2016 37,349 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 35,936 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 35,178 miles

Front Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Pass 5 Apr 2014 35,178 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 34,759 miles

rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 9 Aug 2012 33,665 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 12,487 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 9,693 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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L142 OJN is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 L142 OJN, 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 L142 OJN registered?

L142 OJN is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 28 February 1994.

Is L142 OJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for L142 OJN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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