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N781 JLC

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

55,210 mi
Last recorded55,210 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN781 JLC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 55,210 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2019 55,210 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 54,467 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 53,880 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 53,604 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 53,604 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 52,874 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 52,486 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 51,889 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 51,366 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 51,355 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 22 Jun 2010 50,498 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Jun 2010 50,498 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Jul 2009 48,993 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

riders seat has slight movement, needs new rubbers

Pass 28 Jun 2008 48,558 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 45,419 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 41,087 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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N781 JLC is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 N781 JLC, 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 N781 JLC registered?

N781 JLC is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 May 1996.

Is N781 JLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N781 JLC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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