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N178 XSO

1996 Honda CB750

Red Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

62,170 mi
Last recorded62,170 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 1996 Honda CB75023,433 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN178 XSO
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2018 62,170 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 60,541 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 58,880 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 54,315 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Sep 2015 54,315 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 52,830 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2014 52,824 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2013 52,292 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 46,850 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 43,955 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 8 Sep 2011 43,955 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 39,212 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Sep 2009 35,899 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 28,948 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2008 28,948 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 21,743 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 21,533 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 18,343 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 16,283 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB750?

Based on 29,946 MOT tests across 4,575 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
4,575
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 335
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 322
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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N178 XSO is a 1996 Honda CB750 in Red with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 23,433 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 CB750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 335 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N178 XSO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB750 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 30 years old, this Honda CB750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N178 XSO registered?

N178 XSO is a 1996 Honda CB750, first registered on 17 June 1996.

Is N178 XSO safe to buy?

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