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SL13 VFM

2013 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

42,885 mi
Last recorded42,885 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL13 VFM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 42,885 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2026 42,885 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2025 40,242 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2025 40,242 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jan 2024 35,951 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2024 35,951 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Feb 2023 32,306 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 27,957 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 22,608 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2020 15,810 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 8,967 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 5,066 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 1,031 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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SL13 VFM is a 2013 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SL13 VFM, 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 13 years old, this Honda CB500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SL13 VFM registered?

SL13 VFM is a 2013 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 May 2013.

Is SL13 VFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL13 VFM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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