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M789 MNV

1994 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

23,561 mi
Last recorded23,561 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2024
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM789 MNV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2024 23,561 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 21,824 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 21,824 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 21,790 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 21,262 miles

front tyre looks old and its starting to perish-advise relacement

Pass 10 Sep 2010 20,578 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 20,578 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 19,042 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 19,042 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 16,841 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 15,178 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 15,178 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 12,821 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
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M789 MNV is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 M789 MNV, 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.

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What year was M789 MNV registered?

M789 MNV is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 November 1994.

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