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N461 WRP

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

74,257 mi
Last recorded74,257 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2017
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN461 WRP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2017 74,257 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 74,257 miles

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

Offside Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 69,060 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 68,129 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 67,132 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 65,757 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 65,708 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 64,051 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 57,537 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 57,537 miles

Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 54,911 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 54,706 miles

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Plate brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.B1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

nearside riders footrest bent

Pass 5 Nov 2007 51,575 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2006 44,761 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 44,761 miles

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

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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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N461 WRP is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 N461 WRP, 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 N461 WRP registered?

N461 WRP is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 February 1996.

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