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M305 ROM

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

37,134 mi
Last recorded37,134 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2015
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM305 ROM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Feb 2015 37,134 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 37,134 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 34,213 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 34,195 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Nail in rear tyre

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 32,291 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 25 Jun 2012 32,291 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 29,360 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 29,360 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 26,394 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 25,521 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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M305 ROM is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 M305 ROM, 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 M305 ROM registered?

M305 ROM is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 June 1995.

Is M305 ROM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M305 ROM shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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