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VMT 25M

1974 Honda CB500

Bronze Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,954 mi
Last recorded5,954 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2016
Typical for 1974 Honda CB50028,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMT 25M
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1974
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2016 5,954 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 5,950 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 5,947 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 5,688 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 5,688 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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VMT 25M is a 1974 Honda CB500 in Bronze with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 VMT 25M, 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

How do I check the history of VMT 25M?

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What year was VMT 25M registered?

VMT 25M is a 1974 Honda CB500, first registered on 29 March 1974.

Is VMT 25M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMT 25M shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VMT 25M have outstanding finance?

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