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M217 LRJ

1994 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,420 mi
Last recorded29,420 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM217 LRJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 29,420 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2025 29,197 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 27,742 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 23,916 miles

Gear lever slightly loose on splines

Fail 30 Aug 2016 23,916 miles

Gear lever slightly loose on splines

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 4 Aug 2015 21,896 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Aug 2015 21,896 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Jul 2014 17,710 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 8,665 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Side stand partially siezed

Pass 22 Jul 2013 8,665 miles

Side stand partially siezed

Pass 9 Jul 2012 7,367 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 7,319 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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M217 LRJ is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M217 LRJ, 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 M217 LRJ?

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What year was M217 LRJ registered?

M217 LRJ is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 November 1994.

Is M217 LRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M217 LRJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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