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M949 TKJ

1995 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

84,910 mi
Last recorded84,910 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM949 TKJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 84,910 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect Slightly Stiff Movement. (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 81,902 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 78,886 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement front fork sliders have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 75,358 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 74,444 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 73,339 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 72,905 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 72,337 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 70,734 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 68,756 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 66,237 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2015 66,237 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released front brake (1.3.1e)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 64,919 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 64,184 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 62,121 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 57,494 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 53,006 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 50,429 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 48,163 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 45,549 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 44,265 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2005 41,166 miles

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

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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M949 TKJ is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 M949 TKJ, 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 M949 TKJ registered?

M949 TKJ is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 May 1995.

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