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M886 OVM

1995 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,008 mi
Last recorded19,008 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM886 OVM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 19,008 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 18,993 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 17,885 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 17,885 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 8,868 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 8,416 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 21 Jan 2014 8,416 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 7,018 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 6,202 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 6,202 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 5,046 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 5,046 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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M886 OVM is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 M886 OVM, 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 M886 OVM registered?

M886 OVM is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 February 1995.

Is M886 OVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M886 OVM shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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