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DTA 13L

1973 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2014
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

720 mi
Last recorded720 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2014
Typical for 1973 Honda CB50035,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTA 13L
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Oct 2014 720 miles

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

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Chain guard missing

Pass 13 Jun 2013 72 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 59 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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DTA 13L is a 1973 Honda CB500 in Red with a 498cc 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 DTA 13L, 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 DTA 13L?

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What year was DTA 13L registered?

DTA 13L is a 1973 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 June 1973.

Is DTA 13L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTA 13L 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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