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N537 JVL

1996 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

19,181 mi
Last recorded19,181 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN537 JVL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 19,181 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 19,102 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 18,457 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 17,795 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 27 Mar 2012 17,396 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 17,396 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 16,955 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 16,398 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

L/H switchgear loose on handlebar

Fail 24 Mar 2010 16,398 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

L/H switchgear loose on handlebar

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 15,992 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 14,593 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 20 Apr 2007 13,478 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 13,459 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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N537 JVL is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 N537 JVL, 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 N537 JVL registered?

N537 JVL is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is N537 JVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N537 JVL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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