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N940 JLA

1996 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,361 mi
Last recorded45,361 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2011
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN940 JLA
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 5 Dec 2011 45,361 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 44,009 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 39,444 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 35,014 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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N940 JLA is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 N940 JLA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N940 JLA?

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What year was N940 JLA registered?

N940 JLA is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N940 JLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N940 JLA shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N940 JLA have outstanding finance?

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