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M720 SJB

1995 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,261 mi
Last recorded38,261 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM720 SJB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 38,261 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2026 38,261 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 37,359 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 37,337 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 35,467 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 35,090 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2020 35,090 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 34,223 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 33,244 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Nov 2007 32,767 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front tyre perished

headlight aim weak

Fail 2 Nov 2007 32,736 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front tyre perished

Pass 21 Oct 2006 23,505 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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M720 SJB is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 M720 SJB, 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 M720 SJB registered?

M720 SJB is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 15 April 1995.

Is M720 SJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M720 SJB shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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