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N854 AML

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

26,025 mi
Last recorded26,025 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN854 AML
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 26,025 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 24,538 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 May 2020 22,213 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 22,022 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 21,367 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 68,688 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 68,688 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 63,496 miles

Advise noise on rear brake, advise further investigation required.

Advise o/side fortrest rubber is wearing.

Advise rear tyre is starting to wear flat in the middle. advise to keep an eye on it.

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 58,575 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 58,461 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 53,529 miles

Advise rear brake is noisy advise to check condision of rear shoes and drum

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

Pass 25 Sep 2010 47,983 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 42,443 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2008 37,141 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 37,134 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 22 Sep 2007 30,575 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 30,575 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2006 23,994 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 23,994 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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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N854 AML is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 N854 AML, 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 N854 AML registered?

N854 AML is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 25 September 1995.

Is N854 AML safe to buy?

The MOT history for N854 AML shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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