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L225 RMB

1994 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

49,484 mi
Last recorded49,484 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2019
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL225 RMB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2019 49,484 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2019 49,484 miles

Valve stem seriously damaged REAR (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 49,432 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 48,471 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 31 Aug 2016 48,471 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 48,404 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 48,160 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 47,740 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 47,488 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 47,463 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 47,418 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 47,379 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 47,267 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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L225 RMB is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 L225 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.

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What year was L225 RMB registered?

L225 RMB is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 January 1994.

Is L225 RMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L225 RMB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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