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N297 PYE

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

33,013 mi
Last recorded33,013 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN297 PYE
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2013 33,013 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 33,008 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 10,685 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 79,122 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 79,122 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 50,292 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 29 Jul 2010 50,292 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 49,740 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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N297 PYE 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 62.5%.

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 N297 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.

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What year was N297 PYE registered?

N297 PYE is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 15 June 1996.

Is N297 PYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N297 PYE shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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