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N288 HGO

1995 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,207 mi
Last recorded37,207 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2013
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN288 HGO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2013 37,207 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 36,585 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 36,585 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2011 33,943 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 33,943 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2010 31,994 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 May 2009 30,365 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 29,976 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 28,467 miles

righthand steering lock stop distorted and only just effective

Pass 22 Jun 2005 26,970 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2005 26,916 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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N288 HGO is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 N288 HGO, 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 N288 HGO?

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What year was N288 HGO registered?

N288 HGO is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 August 1995.

Is N288 HGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N288 HGO 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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