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M860 UTU

1994 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,663 mi
Last recorded78,663 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM860 UTU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 78,663 miles

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

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 75,783 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 75,757 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2018 74,863 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 72,699 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 70,351 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 66,404 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 59,609 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 51,823 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 46,079 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 45,939 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 40,462 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 11 Jul 2007 34,053 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2006 31,094 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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M860 UTU is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M860 UTU, 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

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What year was M860 UTU registered?

M860 UTU is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 September 1994.

Is M860 UTU safe to buy?

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