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L796 TEW

1994 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2023
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

39,169 mi
Last recorded39,169 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2022
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL796 TEW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2022 39,169 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2022 39,169 miles

Drive chain excessively loose adjusted and prs (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 34,767 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 15 Feb 2018 34,767 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 29,854 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 27,425 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 30 Jul 2015 27,422 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 25,330 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 23,319 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 15,806 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 15,806 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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L796 TEW is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 L796 TEW, 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 L796 TEW registered?

L796 TEW is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 10 May 1994.

Is L796 TEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L796 TEW shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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