CarVerify

Free Car Check

L221 RMB

1994 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

12,424 mi
Last recorded12,424 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationL221 RMB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 12,424 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 12,251 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2025 12,251 miles

Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2024 11,786 miles

Rear Tyre has cracks in side wall

Pass 28 Jun 2019 11,745 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 11,582 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 11,237 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 11,033 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 10,932 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

oil filter corrided

Pass 20 May 2014 10,804 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 10,678 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 10,586 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 10,268 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 9,493 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 8,139 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 8,139 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2006 8,017 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

L221 RMB is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1994 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 34,555 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L221 RMB, 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 32 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 L221 RMB?

You can check the full history of L221 RMB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L221 RMB registered?

L221 RMB is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 February 1994.

Is L221 RMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L221 RMB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L221 RMB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on L221 RMB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.