MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
33,450 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Nearside Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Nearside Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L438 SCD is a 1993 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 L438 SCD, 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 L438 SCD registered?
L438 SCD is a 1993 Honda CB500, first registered on 2 November 1993.
Is L438 SCD safe to buy?
The MOT history for L438 SCD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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