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M537 WLV

1995 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

59,006 mi
Last recorded59,006 miles
Recorded on12 May 2015
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM537 WLV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2015 59,006 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

front tyer worn

reg plate delaminating

Fail 18 Apr 2015 59,006 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

front tyer worn

reg plate delaminating

swinging arm excessively corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2014 57,422 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 55,189 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 55,189 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 17 May 2011 50,500 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 17 May 2011 50,500 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 48,607 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 48,465 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 48,465 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Oct 2007 46,377 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 45,526 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 44,454 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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M537 WLV is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 M537 WLV, 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 M537 WLV registered?

M537 WLV is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 April 1995.

Is M537 WLV safe to buy?

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