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L841 OAU

1994 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

20,125 mi
Last recorded20,125 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL841 OAU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 20,125 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 19,258 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 17,364 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 17,088 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 15,531 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

both tyres old by date

exhaust bolt missing but not insecure

Fail 13 Jul 2021 15,531 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

both tyres old by date

exhaust bolt missing but not insecure

Pass 11 Aug 2020 15,007 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 14,708 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 14,201 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 13,338 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 12,897 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 12,896 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 12,815 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 12,735 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 12,673 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 12,553 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 12,259 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 12,172 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 12,138 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2007 12,138 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 11,943 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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L841 OAU is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 L841 OAU, 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 L841 OAU registered?

L841 OAU is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 March 1994.

Is L841 OAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L841 OAU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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