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M397 FDL

1994 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,523 mi
Last recorded18,523 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
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

RegistrationM397 FDL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 18,523 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

clutch lever bent

gear selector lever bent

Pass 22 Oct 2024 17,676 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch Lever Is Bent And Pushing Passing Lamp Switch When Applied

Fail 2 Oct 2024 17,639 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at head fixings (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch Leaver Bent and Pushing Passing Lamp Switch When pulled

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 17,217 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 17,076 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 17,076 miles

Front Stop lamp missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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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M397 FDL is a 1994 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 M397 FDL, 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 M397 FDL registered?

M397 FDL is a 1994 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 August 1994.

Is M397 FDL safe to buy?

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