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L319 BRU

1993 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,310 mi
Last recorded67,310 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2011
Typical for 1993 Honda CB50041,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL319 BRU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2011 67,310 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

osr footrest missing, nsr footrest loose

Fail 4 Jan 2011 67,273 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

osr footrest missing, nsr footrest loose

Pass 4 Jan 2010 63,943 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 61,201 miles

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

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

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 49,659 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Dec 2005 40,174 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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L319 BRU is a 1993 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 L319 BRU, 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 L319 BRU registered?

L319 BRU is a 1993 Honda CB500, first registered on 2 December 1993.

Is L319 BRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L319 BRU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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