MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
30,891 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake rod insecure Not fitted correctly. (1.1.15 (c))
Rear Brake component insecure Locking device missing. (1.1.21 (c))
Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake back plate insecure torque arm bolt loose and no locking pin fitted (1.1.14 (d))
Rear Exhaust system insecure bolt missing (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp does not work when rear light is on (4.3.3 (b))
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))
Offside mirror defective.
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))
Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))
Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Offside mirror defective.
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N608 JLM is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 N608 JLM, 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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N608 JLM is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 10 June 1996.
Is N608 JLM safe to buy?
The MOT history for N608 JLM shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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