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N153 TAY

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

35,552 mi
Last recorded35,552 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN153 TAY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2022 35,552 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 May 2022 35,552 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2019 30,535 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 30,535 miles

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Clutch cable catchs on left lock (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 25 May 2018 25,828 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 11 May 2018 25,788 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 24,060 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 23,516 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 23,508 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 23,498 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 23,486 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 23,462 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 23,429 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 23,415 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 23,388 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 23,164 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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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N153 TAY is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 N153 TAY, 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 N153 TAY registered?

N153 TAY is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 19 June 1996.

Is N153 TAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N153 TAY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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