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N74 FGT

1995 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

29 mi
Last recorded29 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2022
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN74 FGT
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2022 29 miles

Day time use only

Pass 18 Jan 2021 56,711 miles

Nearside crash bar has fixing missing

Rear brake pedal has long travel but operates correctly

Pass 24 Jan 2020 56,026 miles

crash bar has bolt missing

exhaust slightly loose

Fail 9 Jan 2020 55,971 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

bolt missing from crash bar

Pass 11 Jan 2019 54,662 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2019 54,639 miles

Central Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2018 53,563 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2016 52,603 miles

cut in front tyre

Pass 10 Dec 2015 51,286 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 49,956 miles

throttle assy loose

Fail 28 Nov 2014 49,956 miles

throttle assy loose

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 44,792 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

throttle control noted slightly loose

Pass 16 Jan 2013 42,653 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

throtle control noted slightly lose

Pass 14 May 2011 40,481 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 38,765 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 37,036 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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N74 FGT is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 N74 FGT, 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 N74 FGT registered?

N74 FGT is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 10 August 1995.

Is N74 FGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N74 FGT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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