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L948 PWB

1994 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

26,907 mi
Last recorded26,907 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL948 PWB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 26,907 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 18 Apr 2018 26,907 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 25,755 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2016 24,405 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 22,991 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 22,939 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 22 Mar 2013 21,559 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 21,559 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 20,508 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 19,798 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 19,798 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 19,138 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 18,859 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 18,859 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 18,584 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 17,566 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 15,908 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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L948 PWB is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 L948 PWB, 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 L948 PWB registered?

L948 PWB is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 April 1994.

Is L948 PWB safe to buy?

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