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L872 FDC

1994 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

56,414 mi
Last recorded56,414 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2020
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL872 FDC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2020 56,414 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 55,075 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 3 Jun 2017 55,075 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

horn hanging loose striking front mudguard

Pass 16 Nov 2015 53,425 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 53,425 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 50,180 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 47,361 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 43,647 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 40,057 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 40,057 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Oct 2010 34,008 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2010 33,954 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Fail 7 Aug 2009 28,166 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 28,166 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 27,154 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 27,154 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 25,410 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 25,410 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 8 Aug 2006 22,236 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2006 22,236 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 20,067 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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L872 FDC 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 61.9%.

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 L872 FDC, 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 L872 FDC registered?

L872 FDC is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 April 1994.

Is L872 FDC safe to buy?

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