MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
74,257 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS
Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS
Rear Plate brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.B1a) DANGEROUS
Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS
Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
nearside riders footrest bent
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N461 WRP is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.
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 N461 WRP, 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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N461 WRP is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 February 1996.
Is N461 WRP safe to buy?
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