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N961 BKJ

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

43,729 mi
Last recorded43,729 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2021
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN961 BKJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2021 43,729 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2021 43,720 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2020 42,628 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 39,605 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 36,600 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 35,476 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 35,470 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 32,793 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 32,793 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 32,793 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 32,793 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 32,525 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2011 32,525 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 32,141 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 31,717 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 30,654 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 29,588 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 29,588 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 28,964 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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N961 BKJ 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 78.9%.

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 N961 BKJ, 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.

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What year was N961 BKJ registered?

N961 BKJ is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 30 December 1995.

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The MOT history for N961 BKJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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