MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
61,934 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Motorcycle structure excessively corroded Engine mounting. (6.1.1a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
bolt missing from mudguard
pillion footrests missing
Bolt missing from mudguard
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Pillion footrests missing
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Bolt missing from mudguard
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Pillion footrests missing
bolt missing from front mudguard but not considered dangerous
pillion footrests not fitted
Bolt missing on mudguard but not concidered dangerous
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
n/s/r foot peg loose
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
front brake lever bent
o/s bar end missing
o/s light switch assy slightly loose
rear number plate cracked
slight run out front wheel
rear number plate cracked
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L597 HYH is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 L597 HYH, 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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L597 HYH is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 15 June 1994.
Is L597 HYH safe to buy?
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