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L521 XLM

1994 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,073 mi
Last recorded64,073 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL521 XLM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 64,073 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 20 May 2015 59,272 miles

Front tyre cracked with age

Pass 3 Jun 2013 57,882 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 57,858 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 57,713 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2010 57,672 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2008 56,754 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2007 55,545 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2006 54,106 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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L521 XLM is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1994 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 34,555 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 L521 XLM, 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 32 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L521 XLM registered?

L521 XLM is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L521 XLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L521 XLM 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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