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N164 SWK

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

48,283 mi
Last recorded48,283 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN164 SWK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 48,283 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy exhaust not standard (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2025 48,264 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 48,208 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 48,122 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy exhaust not standard (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 48,075 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 47,949 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2019 47,804 miles

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2018 47,683 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 47,642 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2017 47,642 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2016 47,418 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 46,097 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 40,446 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 33,496 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 27,967 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 23,545 miles

Rear No plate broken

Pass 11 Oct 2010 21,582 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 20,163 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 20,163 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 18,882 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 17,689 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 15,587 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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N164 SWK is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 N164 SWK, 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 N164 SWK registered?

N164 SWK is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N164 SWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N164 SWK shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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