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L561 RMK

1994 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

73,159 mi
Last recorded73,159 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2022
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL561 RMK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2022 73,159 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 72,035 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 70,284 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 63,680 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 63,804 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Fail 22 Mar 2014 63,804 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 62,104 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 62,104 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2012 50,079 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 49,055 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 48,216 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 46,758 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 45,447 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 45,043 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 14,555 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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L561 RMK is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 L561 RMK, 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 L561 RMK registered?

L561 RMK is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 April 1994.

Is L561 RMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L561 RMK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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