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M243 DGP

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,008 mi
Last recorded12,008 miles
Recorded on23 May 2009
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM243 DGP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2009 12,008 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 12,008 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 6,057 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 6,051 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 May 2007 2,503 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 2,471 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension component excessively bent (2.4.A.1a)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

left hand riders footrest broken but still secure

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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M243 DGP 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 50%.

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 M243 DGP, 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 M243 DGP registered?

M243 DGP is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 13 March 1995.

Is M243 DGP safe to buy?

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