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N194 CKJ

1996 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

90,476 mi
Last recorded90,476 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN194 CKJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 90,476 miles

rear brake wsitch slightly sticky

Pass 10 Jul 2018 90,155 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 88,732 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 86,441 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 82,666 miles

Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

front tyre cracked

h/bars loose

Pass 13 Aug 2013 81,229 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 81,229 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Offside 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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N194 CKJ is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 N194 CKJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N194 CKJ registered?

N194 CKJ is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 29 April 1996.

Is N194 CKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N194 CKJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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