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M738 KNY

1995 Honda CB500

Grey Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2023
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

31,209 mi
Last recorded31,209 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2022
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM738 KNY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2022 31,209 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 31,184 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 31,184 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 31,042 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 31,042 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 30,856 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 10 Jul 2010 30,855 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 30,799 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

riders seat cover split, ripped!

Fail 18 Jun 2009 30,798 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

riders seat cover split, ripped!

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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M738 KNY is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 M738 KNY, 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 M738 KNY registered?

M738 KNY is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 16 March 1995.

Is M738 KNY safe to buy?

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