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L880 XMW

1994 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,431 mi
Last recorded28,431 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL880 XMW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 28,431 miles

both tyres perished. (age of tyres are 2007)

Fail 4 Dec 2025 28,426 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking open (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both tyres perished. (age of tyres are 2007)

Pass 5 Dec 2024 25,419 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 24,295 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 23,320 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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L880 XMW is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 L880 XMW, 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 L880 XMW?

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What year was L880 XMW registered?

L880 XMW is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 24 May 1994.

Is L880 XMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L880 XMW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L880 XMW have outstanding finance?

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