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N431 JLO

1996 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,400 mi
Last recorded30,400 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2022
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN431 JLO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2022 30,400 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 30,094 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 29,971 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 29,838 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 29,119 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 29,008 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 29,008 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 28,635 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 28,352 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 27,784 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 25,685 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 24,838 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 23,622 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2007 22,440 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Dec 2005 21,255 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2005 21,210 miles

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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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N431 JLO is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N431 JLO, 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 N431 JLO registered?

N431 JLO is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 July 1996.

Is N431 JLO safe to buy?

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