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M816 PAJ

1994 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

32,627 mi
Last recorded32,627 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM816 PAJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 32,627 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 32,417 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 30,873 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 30,873 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 30,873 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 30,873 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 30,873 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 29,499 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 12 Jun 2013 29,499 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 22,468 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 20,932 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 20,932 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2010 20,415 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 20,415 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 19,799 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 18,923 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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M816 PAJ is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 M816 PAJ, 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 M816 PAJ registered?

M816 PAJ is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 August 1994.

Is M816 PAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M816 PAJ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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