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OAD 90M

1973 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,848 mi
Last recorded46,848 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2014
Typical for 1973 Honda CB50035,458 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAD 90M
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2014 46,848 miles

chain guard missing

Fail 28 Jul 2014 46,848 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

chain guard missing

Pass 29 Jun 2013 44,484 miles

Chain guard missing

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

slight perishing between treads of rear tyre

Pass 7 Aug 2009 44,340 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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OAD 90M is a 1973 Honda CB500 in Green with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 35,458 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 OAD 90M, 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 53 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OAD 90M?

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What year was OAD 90M registered?

OAD 90M is a 1973 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 September 1973.

Is OAD 90M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAD 90M shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OAD 90M have outstanding finance?

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