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N396 FPO

1996 Honda CB750

Blue Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,321 mi
Last recorded30,321 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CB75023,433 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN396 FPO
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 30,321 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 30,233 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 29,909 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 29,890 miles

no rear foot rests

Pass 16 Aug 2016 29,769 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 16 Aug 2016 29,769 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 Aug 2015 28,743 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 28,190 miles

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

bolt missing at battery tray

Fail 29 Jul 2014 28,172 miles

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

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

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

bolt missing at battery tray

Pass 25 Jul 2013 27,073 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2013 27,055 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 27,036 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 26,463 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 25,760 miles

fuel filler water drain blocked

Pass 1 Apr 2008 24,867 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 23,677 miles

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Apr 2006 21,854 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 18 Apr 2006 21,806 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Offside Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda CB750?

Based on 29,946 MOT tests across 4,575 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
4,575
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 335
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 322
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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N396 FPO is a 1996 Honda CB750 in Blue with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 23,433 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 CB750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 335 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N396 FPO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB750 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 30 years old, this Honda CB750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N396 FPO registered?

N396 FPO is a 1996 Honda CB750, first registered on 8 March 1996.

Is N396 FPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N396 FPO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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