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N170 XSO

1996 Honda Cbr

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

49,724 mi
Last recorded49,724 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Cbr28,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN170 XSO
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 49,724 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 49,238 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 48,791 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 47,574 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 46,768 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 45,176 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 45,052 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 44,692 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Aug 2012 43,761 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 43,044 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 43,044 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 42,662 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 42,662 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 27 Jul 2009 40,990 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 22 Jul 2009 40,986 miles

Offside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 36,556 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 33,585 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 30,919 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2005 28,948 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr?

Based on 98,965 MOT tests across 15,112 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
978
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
15,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 504
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 287
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N170 XSO is a 1996 Honda Cbr in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1996 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 28,448 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 Cbr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N170 XSO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Cbr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N170 XSO registered?

N170 XSO is a 1996 Honda Cbr, first registered on 11 June 1996.

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