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M739 APW

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,804 mi
Last recorded37,804 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM739 APW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 37,804 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 37,472 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 37,081 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 36,539 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2023 36,539 miles

Footrest insecure cracked foot plate (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 36,031 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2022 36,031 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 May 2021 35,267 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 32,657 miles

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Feb 2020 32,656 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 32,654 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 29,990 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 29,982 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 26,326 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 22,282 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 20,079 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Mar 2010 18,512 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 16,707 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 14,607 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 12,846 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 11,540 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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M739 APW is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M739 APW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M739 APW registered?

M739 APW is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 24 January 1995.

Is M739 APW safe to buy?

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