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N326 BVW

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

49,711 mi
Last recorded49,711 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN326 BVW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 49,711 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 49,198 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 11 Apr 2025 49,193 miles

Central Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 48,539 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute All indicators affected. (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 46,711 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 43,364 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2021 42,469 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2020 39,887 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 37,690 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 35,664 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 33,605 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 31,625 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 29,649 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 28,122 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2008 28,122 miles

Offside Front 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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N326 BVW is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 N326 BVW, 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.

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What year was N326 BVW registered?

N326 BVW is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 10 August 1995.

Is N326 BVW safe to buy?

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