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L978 VNL

1994 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

41,259 mi
Last recorded41,259 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2012
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL978 VNL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Jul 2012 41,259 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 41,259 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 39,411 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 39,411 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 39,290 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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L978 VNL is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 L978 VNL, 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 L978 VNL?

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What year was L978 VNL registered?

L978 VNL is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 15 April 1994.

Is L978 VNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L978 VNL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L978 VNL have outstanding finance?

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