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N498 YEW

1996 Honda Cbr

Red Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

13,047 mi
Last recorded13,047 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Cbr28,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN498 YEW
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 13,047 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 13,037 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 13,012 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 12,985 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 12,957 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 12,926 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 12,886 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 12,850 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 12,826 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 12,756 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 12,734 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 12,714 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 12,686 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 12,665 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr?

Based on 98,965 MOT tests across 15,112 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
978
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
15,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 504
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 287
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N498 YEW is a 1996 Honda Cbr in Red with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1996 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 28,448 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cbr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N498 YEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Cbr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of N498 YEW?

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What year was N498 YEW registered?

N498 YEW is a 1996 Honda Cbr, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N498 YEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N498 YEW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N498 YEW have outstanding finance?

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