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L499 JEE

1994 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

27,039 mi
Last recorded27,039 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
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

RegistrationL499 JEE
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 27,039 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 26,915 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 26,304 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2020 25,529 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 25,034 miles

Central Front showing signs of age

Pass 3 May 2018 24,040 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 23,400 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 23,291 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 23,186 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 23,044 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 22,893 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 22,656 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 22,404 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 22,326 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 22,326 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 21,960 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 21,535 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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L499 JEE is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 L499 JEE, 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 L499 JEE registered?

L499 JEE is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 April 1994.

Is L499 JEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L499 JEE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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