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M502 RRR

1994 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

47,909 mi
Last recorded47,909 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM502 RRR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 47,909 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 45,298 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

m8 bolt missing rear grab rail n/s

Pass 23 Nov 2023 42,932 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 41,054 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 40,913 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2019 38,826 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 35,596 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 34,725 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 33,875 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 33,248 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 33,139 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 32,639 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 32,004 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 31,907 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 31,844 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 30,969 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 30,494 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 29,154 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 29,154 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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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M502 RRR is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1994 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 34,555 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M502 RRR, 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 32 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 M502 RRR registered?

M502 RRR is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 September 1994.

Is M502 RRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M502 RRR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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