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M426 HAV

1995 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

72,855 mi
Last recorded72,855 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2013
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM426 HAV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2013 72,855 miles

Drive chain and sprockets worn and chain has tight spots.

Front brake hose slightly kinked.

Headlamp mounting brackets worn.

Rear footrests missing,mounting brackets just suffice as a footrest.

Pass 26 Mar 2012 67,009 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 67,009 miles

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 60,339 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Mar 2010 54,618 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2009 48,623 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2009 48,623 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Mar 2008 41,867 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2008 41,867 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 35,665 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 24 Mar 2007 35,665 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 28,300 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 28,265 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front tyre valve cap missing

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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M426 HAV is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 M426 HAV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M426 HAV registered?

M426 HAV is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 June 1995.

Is M426 HAV safe to buy?

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