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N417 MGT

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

50,680 mi
Last recorded50,680 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2012
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN417 MGT
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2012 50,680 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 47,681 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 47,681 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2007 85,420 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 85,418 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2005 74,862 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2005 74,439 miles

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

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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N417 MGT 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 57.1%.

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 N417 MGT, 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 N417 MGT registered?

N417 MGT is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 24 May 1996.

Is N417 MGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N417 MGT shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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