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M250 SMV

2008 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

16,322 mi
Last recorded16,322 miles
Recorded on28 May 2014
Typical for 2008 Honda CB50014,813 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM250 SMV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2014 16,322 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 May 2013 15,901 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 24 May 2013 15,901 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 26 May 2012 14,813 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 14,813 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 13,497 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 11 Jun 2010 12,706 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 7 Jun 2010 12,706 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 12,297 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Fail 19 Dec 2008 12,297 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 3,365 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 24 Nov 2007 3,365 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Nail in offside front tyre

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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M250 SMV is a 2008 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 14,813 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 M250 SMV, 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 18 years old, this Honda CB500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M250 SMV registered?

M250 SMV is a 2008 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 January 2008.

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