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N266 KRN

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2010
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,840 mi
Last recorded73,840 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2009
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN266 KRN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2009 73,840 miles

Front brake binding slightly.

Pass 5 Aug 2008 73,842 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 73,840 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2007 42,290 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 42,218 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 23,550 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 23,490 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 21,982 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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N266 KRN is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N266 KRN, 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 N266 KRN?

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What year was N266 KRN registered?

N266 KRN is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 30 March 1996.

Is N266 KRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N266 KRN shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N266 KRN have outstanding finance?

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