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DBA 890L

1973 Honda CB500

Orange Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2009
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

12,541 mi
Last recorded12,541 miles
Recorded on27 May 2008
Typical for 1973 Honda CB50035,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBA 890L
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2008 12,541 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2007 12,516 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

slight cracks in rear tyre sidewall

Fail 27 Jan 2007 12,504 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Nearside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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DBA 890L is a 1973 Honda CB500 in Orange with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1973 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 35,458 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 DBA 890L, 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 53 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 DBA 890L?

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What year was DBA 890L registered?

DBA 890L is a 1973 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 July 1973.

Is DBA 890L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBA 890L shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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