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M525 BGJ

1994 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

44,805 mi
Last recorded44,805 miles
Recorded on15 May 2013
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM525 BGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2013 44,805 miles

Chain guard missing

Slight play in front brake caliper slide.

Fail 15 May 2013 44,805 miles

Chain guard missing

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Slight play in front brake caliper slide.

Pass 18 May 2012 28,296 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 31,058 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 May 2011 31,058 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 28,343 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 28,292 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 28,234 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2007 28,234 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2005 26,347 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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M525 BGJ is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 M525 BGJ, 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

How do I check the history of M525 BGJ?

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What year was M525 BGJ registered?

M525 BGJ is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 11 October 1994.

Is M525 BGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M525 BGJ shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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