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JTH 150N

1974 Honda CB500

Orange Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,169 mi
Last recorded8,169 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 1974 Honda CB50028,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJTH 150N
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 8,169 miles

front tyre age 2014 rear tyre age 2011

Fail 9 Dec 2025 8,169 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

front tyre age 2014 rear tyre age 2011

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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JTH 150N is a 1974 Honda CB500 in Orange with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 28,709 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 JTH 150N, 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 52 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 JTH 150N?

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What year was JTH 150N registered?

JTH 150N is a 1974 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1974.

Is JTH 150N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JTH 150N shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JTH 150N have outstanding finance?

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