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N500 MRK

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

11,279 mi
Last recorded11,279 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN500 MRK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 11,279 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 45,096 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 91,918 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 84,281 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 76,840 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 71,790 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 66,849 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 59,820 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 59,820 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 53,919 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 49,652 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 49,193 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 45,715 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 42,362 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 40,422 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 37,158 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 35,616 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 26,362 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 24,740 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2006 24,740 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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N500 MRK is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 N500 MRK, 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 N500 MRK registered?

N500 MRK is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is N500 MRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N500 MRK shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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