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N608 JLM

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,891 mi
Last recorded30,891 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN608 JLM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 9 May 2024 30,891 miles

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))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 30,221 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2023 30,220 miles

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))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 28,860 miles

Offside mirror defective.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2021 28,860 miles

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))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 27,748 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 26,823 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 25,709 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 25,709 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 25,700 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 25,242 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 23,512 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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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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What year was N608 JLM registered?

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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