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N511 EYB

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,793 mi
Last recorded29,793 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2018
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN511 EYB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2018 29,793 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2017 28,175 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 27,775 miles

riders o/s foot peg rubber missing

Pass 11 Aug 2014 27,291 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 27,016 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 26,121 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 26,121 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 24,765 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 24,139 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 22,621 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 21,465 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 20,400 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 20,400 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fail 21 Jul 2005 20,013 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.4)

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip missing (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Handlebar handgrip missing (2.1.1c)

Pass 21 Jul 2005 20,013 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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N511 EYB is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N511 EYB, 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 N511 EYB registered?

N511 EYB is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 May 1996.

Is N511 EYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N511 EYB shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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