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M387 PTF

1995 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

60,883 mi
Last recorded60,883 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM387 PTF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 60,883 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 59,779 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 58,953 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 58,378 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 57,619 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2018 56,779 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 May 2018 56,779 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2017 56,084 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2016 55,143 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 53,836 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 May 2014 52,379 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 50,712 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 50,712 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 25 Apr 2012 49,659 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 25 Apr 2012 49,659 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 May 2011 48,005 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 47,025 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 47,023 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 47,019 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 47,019 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 47,010 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 47,007 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 46,995 miles

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

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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M387 PTF is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 M387 PTF, 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 M387 PTF registered?

M387 PTF is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 March 1995.

Is M387 PTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M387 PTF shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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