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M201 TWR

1994 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

26,360 mi
Last recorded26,360 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM201 TWR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 26,360 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 22,133 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 21,081 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 20,262 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 19,911 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2021 19,911 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached (6.1.7 (j) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 19,355 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 18,833 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 18,833 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 18,236 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 17,432 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 17,431 miles

Rear Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 16,322 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 13,762 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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M201 TWR is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 M201 TWR, 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

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What year was M201 TWR registered?

M201 TWR is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 8 September 1994.

Is M201 TWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M201 TWR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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