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N371 WVP

1996 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

96,865 mi
Last recorded96,865 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2014
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN371 WVP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2014 96,865 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2014 96,865 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2013 90,240 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 90,240 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 88,037 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 88,037 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2011 87,145 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 87,145 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2010 81,413 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 76,103 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 76,103 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2008 69,178 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2008 69,178 miles

Front position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2007 60,125 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 46,403 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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N371 WVP is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 N371 WVP, 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 N371 WVP registered?

N371 WVP is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 March 1996.

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