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M576 TFC

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

54,848 mi
Last recorded54,848 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM576 TFC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 54,848 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 54,194 miles

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

Slightly reduced number plate digit size.

Fail 5 Apr 2024 54,170 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

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

Slightly reduced number plate digit size.

Pass 6 Apr 2023 51,815 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 49,075 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 46,475 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2021 46,475 miles

Fuel cap leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached (6.1.7 (j) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Feb 2020 43,358 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Feb 2020 43,339 miles

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

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2019 40,033 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2019 40,011 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 38,517 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 34,879 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 31,355 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 29,089 miles

Slight binding of front brake.

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 25,417 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 24,341 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 22,997 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 22,997 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 22,612 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2009 21,933 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2008 21,869 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2007 21,721 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 21,521 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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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M576 TFC is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 M576 TFC, 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 M576 TFC registered?

M576 TFC is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 January 1995.

Is M576 TFC safe to buy?

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