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VJD 538M

1974 Honda CB500

Brown Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,706 mi
Last recorded23,706 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2015
Typical for 1974 Honda CB50028,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJD 538M
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1974
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2015 23,706 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 23,679 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 23,368 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 23,331 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 23,253 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 23,240 miles

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

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 11 May 2007 23,233 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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VJD 538M is a 1974 Honda CB500 in Brown with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 28,709 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VJD 538M, 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 52 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 VJD 538M registered?

VJD 538M is a 1974 Honda CB500, first registered on 16 May 1974.

Is VJD 538M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJD 538M shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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