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M562 KAV

1995 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

71,223 mi
Last recorded71,223 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2024
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM562 KAV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2024 71,223 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2024 71,203 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

N/s bar end weight missing

Pillion Foot pegs missing, but grab rail still installed

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

Pass 18 Jul 2023 69,811 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 67,925 miles

Chain fouling centre stand

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Bar end weight missing

Pillion Footrests missing, but grab rail still fitted.

Pass 12 Jun 2021 65,412 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Left side handlebar end missing

pillion pegs missing but handrail present

Pass 18 Jan 2019 65,027 miles

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable slightly bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2019 65,027 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable slightly bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 52,303 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 43,783 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 43,487 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 42,774 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 41,313 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 37,805 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 33,936 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 30,442 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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M562 KAV is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 M562 KAV, 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 M562 KAV registered?

M562 KAV is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 30 May 1995.

Is M562 KAV safe to buy?

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