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M266 OLS

1994 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

55,727 mi
Last recorded55,727 miles
Recorded on19 May 2020
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM266 OLS
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2020 55,727 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 55,710 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 55,686 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 10 May 2017 55,579 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 55,240 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 55,240 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2015 54,984 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2014 54,962 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2013 54,883 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 54,676 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 54,315 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 53,738 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2009 53,279 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 52,912 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 51,305 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 50,431 miles
Pass 10 May 2005 49,227 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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M266 OLS is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 M266 OLS, 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.

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What year was M266 OLS registered?

M266 OLS is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 8 September 1994.

Is M266 OLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M266 OLS shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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