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L97 HCW

1994 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,407 mi
Last recorded57,407 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL97 HCW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 57,407 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 57,203 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 56,834 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 56,281 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 55,455 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 54,355 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 52,900 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 50,612 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 48,955 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 45,787 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 42,136 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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L97 HCW is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L97 HCW, 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 L97 HCW?

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What year was L97 HCW registered?

L97 HCW is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 April 1994.

Is L97 HCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L97 HCW shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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