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M899 CLW

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,853 mi
Last recorded44,853 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM899 CLW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 44,853 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 43,456 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 53,341 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 51,271 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 33,420 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 33,420 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Fail 3 Nov 2007 28,204 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 28,204 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 23,822 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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M899 CLW is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 M899 CLW, 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 M899 CLW registered?

M899 CLW is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 March 1995.

Is M899 CLW safe to buy?

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