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N114 YHH

1996 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

77,685 mi
Last recorded77,685 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN114 YHH
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 77,685 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 77,346 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 77,346 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 77,179 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 76,837 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 76,533 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 76,521 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. Rear swing arm (2.4.A.2d) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jul 2016 75,837 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 75,236 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 72,948 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 70,762 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 65,488 miles

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 62,724 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 61,191 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 60,574 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 58,768 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 58,768 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2006 54,289 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 54,289 miles

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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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N114 YHH is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 33,174 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N114 YHH, 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 30 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 N114 YHH registered?

N114 YHH is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 16 May 1996.

Is N114 YHH safe to buy?

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