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L851 MHJ

1993 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,878 mi
Last recorded47,878 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Honda CB50041,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL851 MHJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2026 47,878 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 47,751 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 47,652 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2023 46,933 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 46,567 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 45,354 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 43,419 miles

both tyres age cracking

Pass 11 Jun 2018 42,433 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose at clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 41,105 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 May 2016 40,074 miles

rear tyre cracking on sidewall

Pass 15 Apr 2015 39,552 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 38,985 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 38,092 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 36,847 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 35,807 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 33,554 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 29,848 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 25,193 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 23,303 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2005 22,559 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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L851 MHJ is a 1993 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 41,208 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 L851 MHJ, 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 33 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 L851 MHJ registered?

L851 MHJ is a 1993 Honda CB500, first registered on 25 November 1993.

Is L851 MHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L851 MHJ shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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