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M45 JBD

1995 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,445 mi
Last recorded80,445 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM45 JBD
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 80,445 miles

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 23 May 2025 76,812 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 73,119 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2023 69,023 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 64,695 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 60,955 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 May 2020 57,140 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 53,617 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 49,845 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 46,082 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 42,075 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 38,157 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 34,145 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 34,138 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 30,143 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 58,452 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 52,533 miles

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

side stand spring loose

Fail 22 Mar 2011 52,533 miles

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

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

side stand spring loose

Pass 8 Apr 2010 48,823 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 48,823 miles

Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 18 Apr 2009 46,012 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 46,012 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 41,790 miles

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

Rear Brake linkage excessively corroded (3.2.A1c)

Pass 20 May 2008 41,790 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 40,745 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2007 40,745 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 38,954 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 11 May 2006 38,954 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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M45 JBD is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M45 JBD, 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 M45 JBD registered?

M45 JBD is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 14 March 1995.

Is M45 JBD safe to buy?

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