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M438 KRU

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

49,605 mi
Last recorded49,605 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2006
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM438 KRU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2006 49,605 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Oct 2006 49,605 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front trye is under inflated

Fail 11 Oct 2005 49,599 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly component excessively corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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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M438 KRU is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 M438 KRU, 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 M438 KRU registered?

M438 KRU is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 24 April 1995.

Is M438 KRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M438 KRU shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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