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M940 PAB

1995 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

68,313 mi
Last recorded68,313 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2023
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM940 PAB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2023 68,313 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 62,189 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 57,011 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Jan 2021 57,011 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2019 44,108 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 32,237 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 32,237 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 26,030 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 3 Mar 2017 26,030 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 24,725 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 20,489 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 18,888 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 16,675 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 16,036 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 14,925 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 11,797 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 11,791 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 11,693 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 11,649 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 11,603 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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M940 PAB is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Blue 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 M940 PAB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M940 PAB registered?

M940 PAB is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 May 1995.

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