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N408 KNK

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

55,508 mi
Last recorded55,508 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN408 KNK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 55,508 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2017 55,508 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 54,772 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 51,545 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2015 51,275 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 45,475 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 44,753 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 43,500 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 43,500 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 41,727 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 38,923 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 32,631 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 31,855 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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N408 KNK is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N408 KNK, 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 N408 KNK registered?

N408 KNK is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 22 May 1996.

Is N408 KNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N408 KNK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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