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L304 ULX

1989 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

24,412 mi
Last recorded24,412 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL304 ULX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 24,412 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 24,169 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 24,167 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm Tread Depth 0.95mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2023 24,044 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2023 24,044 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 24,039 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 21,797 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 20,579 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 20,579 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 1,900 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 17,161 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 16,797 miles

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 1 May 2014 16,797 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 16,690 miles

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 16,690 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 16,530 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 15,684 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 14,748 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 13,396 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 12,096 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 10,284 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2005 8,256 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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L304 ULX is a 1989 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 L304 ULX, 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 37 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of L304 ULX?

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What year was L304 ULX registered?

L304 ULX is a 1989 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is L304 ULX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L304 ULX shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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