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N490 NWL

1996 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,109 mi
Last recorded23,109 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN490 NWL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 23,109 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 20,503 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 16,970 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 13,890 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 12,424 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Apr 2021 12,124 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 11,795 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 11,494 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 11,337 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 11,137 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 10,789 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 1 May 2014 9,979 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 9,418 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front tyres slightly perished and on 2mm

Pass 31 Aug 2011 9,035 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

front fork legs pitted

Pass 2 Sep 2010 8,281 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 7,388 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 6,767 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 6,163 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 6,163 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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N490 NWL is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N490 NWL, 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 N490 NWL registered?

N490 NWL is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 May 1996.

Is N490 NWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N490 NWL shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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