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N294 PYE

1996 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,628 mi
Last recorded54,628 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2016
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN294 PYE
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2016 54,628 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 53,036 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 53,036 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 50,089 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 47,670 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 46,832 miles

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

nail in rear tyre

Pass 9 Oct 2010 45,384 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 41,859 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 37,455 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 34,002 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 34,002 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2006 29,854 miles

Centre Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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N294 PYE is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N294 PYE, 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

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What year was N294 PYE registered?

N294 PYE is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 22 May 1996.

Is N294 PYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N294 PYE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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