MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
38,549 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)
Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)
Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
rear swing arm rusted
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L251 VAP is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 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 L251 VAP, 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 L251 VAP registered?
L251 VAP is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 30 April 1994.
Is L251 VAP safe to buy?
The MOT history for L251 VAP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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