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M117 XRF

1995 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,237 mi
Last recorded59,237 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM117 XRF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2019 59,237 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear swing arm showing signs of corrosion/paint flaking off.. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2019 59,189 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake reaction bracket excessively corroded Torque arm for rear brake corroded and split. (1.1.15 (b))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear swing arm showing signs of corrosion/paint flaking off.. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 55,663 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 54,874 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2016 53,592 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 52,165 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 47,593 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 42,072 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 32,070 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 32,061 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 26,098 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 18,476 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 17,797 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 17,349 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 17,349 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 13,934 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 13,934 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 May 2006 13,491 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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M117 XRF is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 35,004 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 M117 XRF, 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 31 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M117 XRF registered?

M117 XRF is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 April 1995.

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