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N433 JGS

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

55,669 mi
Last recorded55,669 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2020
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN433 JGS
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2020 55,669 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 52,780 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2018 49,635 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Mar 2017 46,503 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 43,387 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 40,193 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 37,151 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Fail 1 Mar 2014 37,151 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2013 34,194 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 31,037 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 28,768 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 28,751 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 28,521 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 28,521 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 27,344 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 26,241 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 25,619 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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N433 JGS is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 N433 JGS, 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 N433 JGS registered?

N433 JGS is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 April 1996.

Is N433 JGS safe to buy?

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