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M729 ERG

1994 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,941 mi
Last recorded26,941 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2015
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM729 ERG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2015 26,941 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 26,941 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 26,811 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 26,594 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 26,382 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 26,040 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 25,787 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 25,557 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 25,277 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 24,909 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 24,621 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2006 24,621 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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M729 ERG is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1994 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 34,555 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 M729 ERG, 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 32 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 M729 ERG registered?

M729 ERG is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M729 ERG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M729 ERG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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