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N308 EEY

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,536 mi
Last recorded47,536 miles
Recorded on11 May 2012
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN308 EEY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 11 May 2012 47,536 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 43,796 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 40,640 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 34,824 miles
Pass 9 May 2008
Pass 10 May 2007 23,711 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 16,773 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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N308 EEY is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 N308 EEY, 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 N308 EEY?

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What year was N308 EEY registered?

N308 EEY is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 28 May 1996.

Is N308 EEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N308 EEY shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N308 EEY have outstanding finance?

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