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L309 TLG

1994 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

30,055 mi
Last recorded30,055 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL309 TLG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 30,055 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 28,819 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 27,354 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 25,940 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 24,303 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 23,034 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 21,756 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2019 21,756 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2007 19,367 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2006 18,397 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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L309 TLG is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 L309 TLG, 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 L309 TLG?

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What year was L309 TLG registered?

L309 TLG is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 18 July 1994.

Is L309 TLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L309 TLG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L309 TLG have outstanding finance?

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