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M830 VST

1994 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

11,047 mi
Last recorded11,047 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
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

RegistrationM830 VST
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 11,047 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 10,611 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 10,424 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 10,129 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 8,845 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 8,616 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 8,176 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 8,122 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 7,545 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 69,836 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 6,257 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 5,591 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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M830 VST is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 M830 VST, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M830 VST?

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What year was M830 VST registered?

M830 VST is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 November 1994.

Is M830 VST safe to buy?

The MOT history for M830 VST shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M830 VST have outstanding finance?

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