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N981 CEH

1995 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

44,194 mi
Last recorded44,194 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1995 Honda CB50035,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN981 CEH
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 44,194 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 43,773 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 41,676 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 41,674 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 41,108 miles

Offside Front Front brake pads begining to deteriorate.

Fail 17 Mar 2021 41,108 miles

Offside Front Front brake pads begining to deteriorate.

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2020 41,102 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 41,001 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 40,766 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 40,740 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2017 40,584 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))

Pass 12 Apr 2016 40,393 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 40,187 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 39,213 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 38,626 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 37,489 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2012 37,489 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 36,165 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 35,469 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 34,661 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 33,692 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 32,090 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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N981 CEH is a 1995 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 N981 CEH, 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 N981 CEH registered?

N981 CEH is a 1995 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N981 CEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N981 CEH shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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