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N338 EFM

1995 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

45,931 mi
Last recorded45,931 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN338 EFM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 45,931 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 54,062 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 52,484 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 50,352 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 50,352 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2014 48,075 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 45,953 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 44,498 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 42,080 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 40,145 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 38,437 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 38,437 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2008 37,005 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 34,752 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2007 34,752 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 32,957 miles

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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N338 EFM is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 N338 EFM, 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 N338 EFM registered?

N338 EFM is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 28 December 1995.

Is N338 EFM safe to buy?

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