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N958 BWY

1995 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

26,350 mi
Last recorded26,350 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2021
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN958 BWY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2021 26,350 miles

head bearings notchy

Pass 2 Apr 2019 24,465 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 24,465 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 22,944 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2016 22,029 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 20,755 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 20,757 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2011 17,635 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 17,632 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 17,578 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 17,227 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 16,839 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 16,839 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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N958 BWY is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N958 BWY, 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 N958 BWY registered?

N958 BWY is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 August 1995.

Is N958 BWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N958 BWY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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