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M178 AJC

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,086 mi
Last recorded61,086 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2010
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM178 AJC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2010 61,086 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear suspension operation slightly stiff

Fail 27 Mar 2010 61,086 miles

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

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear suspension operation slightly stiff

Pass 16 Oct 2008 59,374 miles

Right hand passenger footrest damaged but useable

Fail 13 Oct 2008 59,374 miles

Clutch lever bent so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Right hand passenger footrest damaged but useable

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 54,961 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 48,444 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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M178 AJC is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 M178 AJC, 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 M178 AJC registered?

M178 AJC is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 March 1995.

Is M178 AJC safe to buy?

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