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N299 YNH

1996 Honda CB500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,714 mi
Last recorded56,714 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2019
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN299 YNH
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2019 56,714 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front brake master cylinder cap broken but secure

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 56,410 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 55,928 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 55,154 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 54,247 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 21 Nov 2014 54,229 miles

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 53,511 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 51,002 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

two front mudguard bolts missing

Fail 4 Oct 2012 51,002 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

two front mudguard bolts missing

Fail 1 Sep 2012 51,001 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 50,120 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 16,143 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 83,978 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 22 Mar 2008 83,976 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 48,798 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 47,787 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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N299 YNH is a 1996 Honda CB500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 N299 YNH, 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 N299 YNH registered?

N299 YNH is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 May 1996.

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