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N185 BKR

1996 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

67,216 mi
Last recorded67,216 miles
Recorded on14 May 2013
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN185 BKR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 May 2013 67,216 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 14 May 2013 67,216 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2012 63,070 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 55,709 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

front and rear tyres are starting to crack/delaminate due to age

slight damage to front mudgaurd

Fail 20 Sep 2011 55,667 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

front and rear tyres are starting to crack/delaminate due to age

slight damage to front mudgaurd

Pass 22 Sep 2010 48,114 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 46,812 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 43,826 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 26 Nov 2008 43,826 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Nov 2007 38,919 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 37,315 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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N185 BKR is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 33,174 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 N185 BKR, 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 30 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N185 BKR registered?

N185 BKR is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N185 BKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N185 BKR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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