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H296 DAT

1996 Honda CB1

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

46,293 mi
Last recorded46,293 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 1996 Honda CB140,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH296 DAT
MakeHonda
ModelCB1
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 May 2016 46,293 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Motorcycle structure excessively distorted (6.1.1a)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2009 36,479 miles

side stand bracket cracked

Fail 25 Feb 2009 36,436 miles

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

side stand bracket cracked

Pass 18 Feb 2008 28,516 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 26,929 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB1?

Based on 2,419 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
779
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 48
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 23
wheel bearings have excessive free play 22
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H296 DAT is a 1996 Honda CB1 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 40,772 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 CB1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H296 DAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB1 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Honda CB1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H296 DAT registered?

H296 DAT is a 1996 Honda CB1, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is H296 DAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for H296 DAT shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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