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N455 JGS

1996 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,061 mi
Last recorded29,061 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2016
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN455 JGS
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2016 29,061 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2015 27,662 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 26,670 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 24,459 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 21,881 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 19,160 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 17,994 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 17,358 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2006 14,190 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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N455 JGS is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N455 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N455 JGS registered?

N455 JGS is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 8 May 1996.

Is N455 JGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N455 JGS shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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