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L270 VGF

1993 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

64,370 mi
Last recorded64,370 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Honda CB50041,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL270 VGF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 64,370 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 63,404 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 61,790 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 59,753 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 59,475 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 58,810 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 58,513 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 56,599 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 54,111 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 50,337 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 May 2013 40,369 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 39,173 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 38,170 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 38,170 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 36,739 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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L270 VGF is a 1993 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 L270 VGF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L270 VGF?

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What year was L270 VGF registered?

L270 VGF is a 1993 Honda CB500, first registered on 26 October 1993.

Is L270 VGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L270 VGF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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