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N31 LGF

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

61,815 mi
Last recorded61,815 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN31 LGF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 61,815 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 60,704 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear tyre perished

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 59,739 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 58,327 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear tyre perished

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 57,547 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 57,019 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 56,987 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 55,188 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 54,841 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 54,580 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 53,939 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Mar 2012 53,939 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 53,155 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 52,146 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 52,146 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 47,415 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 47,406 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2007 47,042 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 46,905 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 46,179 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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N31 LGF is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 N31 LGF, 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 N31 LGF registered?

N31 LGF is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 22 March 1996.

Is N31 LGF safe to buy?

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