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Honda CB500

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 499 cc

N31 LGFMOT history

N31 LGF is a blue petrol Honda CB500 first used on 22 Mar 1996. Its MOT expired on 5 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 61,815 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Apr 2026
Mileage
61,815 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2025
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
819 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N31 LGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
CB500
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
499 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
22 Mar 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

N31 LGF was last recorded at 61,815 miles on 25 Mar 2025, 1,111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,704 miles · 18 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1,111 miles
Average per year
819 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 61,815 miles
  • 2024 – 60,704 miles
  • 2023 – 59,739 miles
  • 2022 – 58,327 miles
  • 2021 – 57,547 miles
  • 2020 – 57,019 miles
  • 2019 – 56,987 miles
  • 2018 – 55,188 miles
  • 2015 – 54,841 miles
  • 2013 – 54,580 miles
  • 2012 – 53,939 miles
  • 2011 – 53,155 miles
  • 2009 – 52,146 miles
  • 2008 – 47,415 miles
  • 2007 – 47,042 miles
  • 2006 – 46,905 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,815 miles
  • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear tyre perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,815 miles (+1,111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    61,815 miles
    Test number
    799129416147
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  2. Pass60,704 miles (+965)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    60,704 miles
    Test number
    733508593304
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear tyre perished
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  3. Pass59,739 miles (+1,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    59,739 miles
    Test number
    985856799435
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  4. Pass58,327 miles (+780)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    58,327 miles
    Test number
    484661331756
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear tyre perished
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  5. Pass57,547 miles (+528)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    57,547 miles
    Test number
    744572214943
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass57,019 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    57,019 miles
    Test number
    148909237621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass56,987 miles (+1,799)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    56,987 miles
    Test number
    614313064264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass55,188 miles (+347)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    55,188 miles
    Test number
    699399159110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass54,841 miles (+261)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    54,841 miles
    Test number
    875508015171
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  10. Pass54,580 miles (+641)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    54,580 miles
    Test number
    208055753423
    • AdvisoryClutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  11. Pass53,939 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,939 miles
    Test number
    638246572009
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

  12. Fail53,939 miles (+784)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,939 miles
    Test number
    269025572013
    • FailureDrive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

  13. Pass53,155 miles (+1,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    53,155 miles
    Test number
    746344021027
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  14. Pass52,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    52,146 miles
    Test number
    830093409390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail52,146 miles (+4,731)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,146 miles
    Test number
    844593409347
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • Repaired at testSteering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

  16. Pass47,415 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    47,415 miles
    Test number
    754799418183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,406 miles (+364)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,406 miles
    Test number
    522526718136
    • FailureNearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

  18. Pass47,042 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    47,042 miles
    Test number
    263982867050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,905 miles (+726)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    46,905 miles
    Test number
    442330116477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,179 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    46,179 miles
    Test number
    882128046072
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Questions about N31 LGF

Does N31 LGF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on N31 LGF expired on 5 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on N31 LGF?
The MOT on N31 LGF expired on 5 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has N31 LGF done?
N31 LGF was recorded at 61,815 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2025, an average of 819 miles a year.
Has N31 LGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N31 LGF has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2012.
Has the mileage on N31 LGF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on N31 LGF find?
N31 LGF passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2025 with 1 advisory: steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy.

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