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N73 XKJ

1995 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

99,865 mi
Last recorded99,865 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2008
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN73 XKJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2008 99,865 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 99,861 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 27 Feb 2007 90,082 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 90,082 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2006 87,160 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 87,156 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Centre Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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N73 XKJ is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 N73 XKJ, 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.

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What year was N73 XKJ registered?

N73 XKJ is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 2 September 1995.

Is N73 XKJ safe to buy?

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