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L645 HOL

1994 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

52,133 mi
Last recorded52,133 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2021
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL645 HOL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2021 52,133 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2019 49,590 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy withe wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 44,692 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2017 42,049 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 35,157 miles

Nearside Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

chain and sprocket worn

chain loos

Fail 26 Apr 2016 34,943 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

chain and sprocket worn

chain loos

Pass 9 May 2015 32,173 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 28,524 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2012 24,392 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 19,893 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 May 2010 19,168 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 18,884 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 18,652 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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L645 HOL is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 L645 HOL, 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 L645 HOL registered?

L645 HOL is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 14 May 1994.

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