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OMD 900L

1972 Honda CB500

Gold Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

3,321 mi
Last recorded3,321 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2020
Typical for 1972 Honda CB50026,085 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOMD 900L
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2020 3,321 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 3,144 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 2,995 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 16 Jun 2017 2,978 miles

Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 2,748 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 2,748 miles

Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid Front brake caliper. (3.2.B1e)

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 30 May 2015 2,714 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 2,578 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 2,089 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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OMD 900L is a 1972 Honda CB500 in Gold with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1972 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 26,085 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 OMD 900L, 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 54 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OMD 900L?

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What year was OMD 900L registered?

OMD 900L is a 1972 Honda CB500, first registered on 18 December 1972.

Is OMD 900L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OMD 900L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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