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M842 TCH

1995 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

41,747 mi
Last recorded41,747 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM842 TCH
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 41,747 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied lever (1.1.2 (d))

Rear brake binding BORDERLINE

condition of indicators

Pass 2 May 2023 40,072 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 39,184 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 38,818 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 38,450 miles

Rear tyre valve starting to perish

Pass 23 Jun 2018 37,876 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 37,400 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 37,389 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 36,693 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 35,357 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 35,244 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 35,244 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 34,939 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 34,847 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 15 Mar 2011 34,847 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 34,146 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 33,021 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 32,237 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 27,238 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 21,490 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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M842 TCH is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 M842 TCH, 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 M842 TCH registered?

M842 TCH is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 18 February 1995.

Is M842 TCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M842 TCH shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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