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N144 JVL

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,944 mi
Last recorded91,944 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN144 JVL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 91,944 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 87,271 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 82,578 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 77,063 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 72,691 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 67,796 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 63,805 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 62,109 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 62,109 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 58,004 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 53,119 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 53,119 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 48,993 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 43,590 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 36,719 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 36,620 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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N144 JVL 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 87.5%.

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 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 N144 JVL, 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 N144 JVL registered?

N144 JVL is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N144 JVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N144 JVL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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