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M143 LOC

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

25,329 mi
Last recorded25,329 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM143 LOC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 25,329 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 17 May 2024 25,110 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 24,279 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 23,958 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 23,911 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 23,099 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 22,830 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2016 21,714 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 20,798 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 18,098 miles
Pass 4 May 2009 17,972 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 17,683 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 17,201 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 16,922 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 16,922 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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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M143 LOC is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 M143 LOC, 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 M143 LOC registered?

M143 LOC is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 19 January 1995.

Is M143 LOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M143 LOC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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