MOT Status
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31,250 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Front Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess corroded (6.1.8 (a) (i))
Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil BOTH SIDES (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SWING ARM (6.1.1 (c) (i))
front brake fluid level near the low mark
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N278 ETS is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 N278 ETS, 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 N278 ETS registered?
N278 ETS is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 24 May 1996.
Is N278 ETS safe to buy?
The MOT history for N278 ETS shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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