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N71 NBO

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

49,097 mi
Last recorded49,097 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN71 NBO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 49,097 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 48,693 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 48,430 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2023 48,222 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 47,746 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both seals (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 47,478 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 47,381 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 46,879 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 46,077 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 43,894 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 43,894 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2016 39,815 miles

slight damage to number plate

Pass 4 Jun 2015 36,685 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 May 2014 35,340 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 35,339 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 May 2013 32,743 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 31,642 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 31,642 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2010 31,006 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 31,006 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 30,406 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 29,757 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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 NBO is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 N71 NBO, 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

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What year was N71 NBO registered?

N71 NBO is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N71 NBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N71 NBO shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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