MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
57,939 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
advise ahandle bar grip nearside slightly insecure
advise modified foot rest offside front
Footrest insecure locking device missing front offside foot peg (6.2.1a)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
advise ahandle bar grip nearside slightly insecure
advise modified foot rest offside front
Engine idle speed slightly high
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
front tyre wearing out of shape
indicater switch poor
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
front tyre wearing out of shape
indicater switch poor
Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Front brake fluid reservoir cap retainings in poor condition
Indicator flash rate high
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
front brake slightly binding
gear change lever bolt broken
left hand handlebar grip starting to crack
front brake slightly binding
Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
No.plate loose
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L516 WLF is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.
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 L516 WLF, 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 L516 WLF registered?
L516 WLF is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 June 1994.
Is L516 WLF safe to buy?
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