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L636 SVG

1994 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

99,754 mi
Last recorded99,754 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL636 SVG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 99,754 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 99,029 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 97,842 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 96,634 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 94,187 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 91,294 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 84,494 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 78,311 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 72,624 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 68,100 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 62,348 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 56,647 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 51,750 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 47,462 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 43,545 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 41,352 miles

Front Tyre Worn Unevenly.

Pass 25 Apr 2009 36,054 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 31,552 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 31,003 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 31,003 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 29,076 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 26,842 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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L636 SVG is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 L636 SVG, 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 L636 SVG registered?

L636 SVG is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 18 March 1994.

Is L636 SVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L636 SVG shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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