MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
78,183 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Offside Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Offside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N36 XBL is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 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 N36 XBL, 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 N36 XBL registered?
N36 XBL is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 February 1996.
Is N36 XBL safe to buy?
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