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N71 FLW

1995 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

37,751 mi
Last recorded37,751 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN71 FLW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 37,751 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 37,276 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 36,356 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 35,785 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 35,335 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 35,335 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2020 35,201 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 34,462 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 33,490 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 32,973 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 30,960 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 29,486 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 27,621 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 23,156 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 15,726 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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N71 FLW is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1995 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 35,004 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 N71 FLW, 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 31 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N71 FLW?

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What year was N71 FLW registered?

N71 FLW is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 August 1995.

Is N71 FLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N71 FLW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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