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N103 TOP

1995 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

40,693 mi
Last recorded40,693 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2022
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN103 TOP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2022 40,693 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 40,253 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2020 40,253 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 40,083 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

slight oil leak from front dampers

Fail 13 Aug 2018 40,083 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly engine speed increases on lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2017 38,854 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 37,969 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 36,391 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 35,839 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 35,018 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2012 35,018 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 6 May 2011 33,489 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 31,175 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2009 29,215 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 27,551 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 27,546 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 274,701 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 26,351 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2006 26,316 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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N103 TOP is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1995 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 35,004 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 N103 TOP, 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 31 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 N103 TOP registered?

N103 TOP is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N103 TOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N103 TOP shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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