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N842 ERN

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

40,708 mi
Last recorded40,708 miles
Recorded on20 May 2024
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN842 ERN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2024 40,708 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 40,473 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 40,072 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 39,709 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 39,548 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 39,280 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 38,862 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 37,980 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 37,980 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2016 36,249 miles

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

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

Fail 27 May 2016 36,249 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 36,003 miles

mirror bracket broke

Pass 8 Nov 2007 34,432 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 31,191 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 24,296 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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N842 ERN is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 N842 ERN, 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 N842 ERN registered?

N842 ERN is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N842 ERN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N842 ERN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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