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TFL 949S

1978 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,313 mi
Last recorded20,313 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 1978 Honda CB50020,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFL 949S
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 20,313 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 13 Sep 2017 20,309 miles

Direction indicator not working All (1.5.1c)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Chain split link facing wrong direction (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure split pin missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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TFL 949S is a 1978 Honda CB500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 20,313 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 TFL 949S, 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 48 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 TFL 949S?

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What year was TFL 949S registered?

TFL 949S is a 1978 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 February 1978.

Is TFL 949S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFL 949S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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