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N223 OWV

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

73,143 mi
Last recorded73,143 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2013
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN223 OWV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Nov 2013 73,143 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2013 73,143 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 72,659 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 18 Nov 2008 71,744 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 71,744 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 71,739 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2007 62,591 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 52,011 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 45,786 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 45,768 miles

Front Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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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N223 OWV is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 N223 OWV, 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.

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What year was N223 OWV registered?

N223 OWV is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 21 May 1996.

Is N223 OWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N223 OWV shows 10 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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