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L87 OAL

1994 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

45,033 mi
Last recorded45,033 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL87 OAL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 45,033 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 45,033 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Upper Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 May 2016 42,407 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 40,579 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 38,410 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 38,019 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 36,815 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 34,533 miles

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

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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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L87 OAL is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L87 OAL, 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 L87 OAL?

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What year was L87 OAL registered?

L87 OAL is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 April 1994.

Is L87 OAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L87 OAL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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