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L52 JCY

1994 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,035 mi
Last recorded37,035 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL52 JCY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 37,035 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 23 May 2016 34,013 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 33,741 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 32,967 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 32,816 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 32,656 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 32,656 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Mar 2011 32,414 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 32,059 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 31,602 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 31,602 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 30,671 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 30,671 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2007 29,545 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 28,777 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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L52 JCY is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 L52 JCY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L52 JCY registered?

L52 JCY is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 29 March 1994.

Is L52 JCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for L52 JCY shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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