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N25 BAL

1996 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,262 mi
Last recorded14,262 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN25 BAL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2025 14,262 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 13,609 miles

Central Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 May 2023 13,427 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 12,979 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 12,471 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2020 11,459 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 10,944 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 10,686 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 10,337 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 8,205 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 7,641 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 6,372 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 5,861 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 3,995 miles

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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N25 BAL is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N25 BAL, 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

How do I check the history of N25 BAL?

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What year was N25 BAL registered?

N25 BAL is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 July 1996.

Is N25 BAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N25 BAL shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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