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L870 PPU

1994 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

9 mi
Last recorded9 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL870 PPU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 9 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 29 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2024 25 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 27,692 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2019 27,691 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 27,198 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 26,843 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 25,860 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 25,836 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 25,554 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 23,972 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 22,460 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 22,446 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 22,352 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 22,257 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 21,810 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 21,124 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 20,570 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 19,409 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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L870 PPU is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 L870 PPU, 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

How do I check the history of L870 PPU?

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What year was L870 PPU registered?

L870 PPU is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 16 April 1994.

Is L870 PPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L870 PPU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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