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N256 GLF

1995 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

52,949 mi
Last recorded52,949 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2014
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN256 GLF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2014 52,949 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 47,185 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 46,682 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 46,675 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 1 May 2009 46,548 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 46,177 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 45,548 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 44,540 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 4,450 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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N256 GLF is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N256 GLF, 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

How do I check the history of N256 GLF?

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What year was N256 GLF registered?

N256 GLF is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 23 October 1995.

Is N256 GLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N256 GLF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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