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L276 WCU

1993 Honda CB500

Orange Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,124 mi
Last recorded21,124 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2014
Typical for 1993 Honda CB50041,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL276 WCU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1993
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2014 21,124 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 20,889 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 19,757 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 18,894 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 15,474 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 15,350 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 15,325 miles

Front Brake lever attachment screws missing (3.1.2b)

Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b) DANGEROUS

front mudguard missing

Pass 20 Jun 2007 9,904 miles

Nail in rear tyre

handlebars fouling tank on offside lock

Pass 13 Jun 2006 11,768 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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L276 WCU is a 1993 Honda CB500 in Orange with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 L276 WCU, 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

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What year was L276 WCU registered?

L276 WCU is a 1993 Honda CB500, first registered on 2 November 1993.

Is L276 WCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L276 WCU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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