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N122 PJR

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,946 mi
Last recorded39,946 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2020
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN122 PJR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2020 39,946 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 39,816 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 38,909 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 38,909 miles

Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 38,558 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 38,555 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 37,101 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 34,834 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 34,728 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 10 Mar 2012 33,404 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake back plate(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 33,404 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 28,512 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 26,847 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 25,748 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2005 24,927 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2005 24,927 miles

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

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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N122 PJR is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N122 PJR, 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 N122 PJR registered?

N122 PJR is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 23 December 1995.

Is N122 PJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N122 PJR shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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