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M774 BFL

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,776 mi
Last recorded32,776 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM774 BFL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 32,776 miles

Front Slight perishing in front tyre tread

Pass 24 Feb 2025 32,724 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 32,702 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 32,650 miles

Front Front tyre slightly perished

Pass 10 Mar 2022 32,628 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 32,609 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2020 32,609 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 32,115 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 31,471 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 30,641 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 30,198 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 29,751 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 29,056 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 28,124 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Mar 2012 27,405 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 25,878 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 24,502 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 24,502 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 23,229 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2009 23,229 miles

Front Lower Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 22,337 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 22,337 miles

Rear Brake back plate(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 21,373 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 20,124 miles

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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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M774 BFL is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M774 BFL, 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 M774 BFL registered?

M774 BFL is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 March 1995.

Is M774 BFL safe to buy?

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