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L520 AVK

1994 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,430 mi
Last recorded34,430 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2014
Typical for 1994 Honda CB50034,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL520 AVK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2014 34,430 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 34,339 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 34,339 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 33,898 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 33,575 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 31,696 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 30,032 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 28,719 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 28,719 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 27,236 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2007 27,236 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2006 266,158 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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L520 AVK is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L520 AVK, 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 L520 AVK registered?

L520 AVK is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 14 March 1994.

Is L520 AVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L520 AVK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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