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M750 FTC

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

42,166 mi
Last recorded42,166 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM750 FTC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 42,166 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 41,586 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 41,242 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 40,655 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 40,655 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 39,692 miles

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2017 39,635 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 7 Apr 2017 39,635 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp switch faulty Switch needed eletrical spray lubrication ! (1.2.4)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 39,339 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 27 Feb 2015 39,339 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 4 Mar 2013 37,737 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 37,737 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 36,216 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 9,874 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 20,862 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 20,237 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 17,749 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 17,749 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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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M750 FTC is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 M750 FTC, 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

How do I check the history of M750 FTC?

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What year was M750 FTC registered?

M750 FTC is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 May 1995.

Is M750 FTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M750 FTC shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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