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JCV 81N

1975 Honda CB500

Orange Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,068 mi
Last recorded7,068 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 1975 Honda CB50025,249 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCV 81N
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1975
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 7,068 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 6,929 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2014 6,668 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 6,668 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2013 6,475 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 6,264 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 5,783 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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JCV 81N is a 1975 Honda CB500 in Orange with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1975 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 25,249 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 JCV 81N, 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 51 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 JCV 81N registered?

JCV 81N is a 1975 Honda CB500, first registered on 21 July 1975.

Is JCV 81N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCV 81N shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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