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L516 WLF

1994 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

57,939 mi
Last recorded57,939 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2017
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL516 WLF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017 57,939 miles

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)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 57,519 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2016 57,519 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 51,270 miles

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

Fail 30 Dec 2014 51,259 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2013 41,927 miles

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

Pass 27 Dec 2012 33,076 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 31,842 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 4 Jan 2012 31,842 miles

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)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 30,743 miles

front brake slightly binding

gear change lever bolt broken

left hand handlebar grip starting to crack

Pass 3 Apr 2009 30,209 miles

front brake slightly binding

Fail 27 Mar 2009 30,203 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

No.plate loose

Pass 23 May 2006 30,052 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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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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