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L225 BOD

1993 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2024
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

67,700 mi
Last recorded67,700 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2023
Typical for 1993 Honda CB50041,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL225 BOD
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2023 67,700 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 66,429 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2022 66,429 miles

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 64,152 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 62,788 miles

Front fork tubes covered in grease/oil

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2020 62,763 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 61,105 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 58,788 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 25 Apr 2018 58,788 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2017 54,205 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 54,205 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 4 May 2016 51,003 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Fail 3 May 2016 50,985 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 45,811 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 31 Mar 2015 45,811 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2014 43,839 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 20 Mar 2014 43,839 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2012 42,902 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 12 Sep 2012 42,902 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2011 41,846 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 41,311 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 41,027 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 40,226 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front sidelight dim

Pass 12 Dec 2006 38,250 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2005 33,728 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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L225 BOD is a 1993 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 1993 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 41,208 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 L225 BOD, 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 33 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L225 BOD registered?

L225 BOD is a 1993 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 November 1993.

Is L225 BOD safe to buy?

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