MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
56,282 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Offside Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Offside Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L493 KEW is a 1993 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.
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 L493 KEW, 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 L493 KEW registered?
L493 KEW is a 1993 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 November 1993.
Is L493 KEW safe to buy?
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