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M541 VFS

1995 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,086 mi
Last recorded30,086 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM541 VFS
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 30,086 miles

slight cracking on sidewall of front tyre

Pass 11 May 2016 29,827 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2015 29,096 miles
Pass 26 May 2014 28,109 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 27,965 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 26,776 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 26,046 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 25,599 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 24,765 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 23,927 miles

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to excessive wear (3.2.A1i)

Pass 20 Jan 2006 23,927 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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M541 VFS is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 M541 VFS, 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 M541 VFS registered?

M541 VFS is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 April 1995.

Is M541 VFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M541 VFS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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