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L335 YFE

1994 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,889 mi
Last recorded10,889 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL335 YFE
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 10,889 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 10,889 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 10,885 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 10,821 miles

Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 10,792 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 10,782 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 10,782 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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L335 YFE is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 L335 YFE, 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

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What year was L335 YFE registered?

L335 YFE is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 April 1994.

Is L335 YFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L335 YFE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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