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N516 BKL

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

29,430 mi
Last recorded29,430 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2018
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN516 BKL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2018 29,430 miles

Exhaust Noisy

Rear Tyre Valve Damaged

Pass 16 Mar 2017 29,372 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 29,205 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 29,142 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 29,043 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 28,484 miles

throttle on R/H lock

Pass 20 Mar 2012 27,197 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 27,197 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 25,102 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 24,068 miles

drive chain worn

Pass 18 Mar 2009 23,403 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 22,627 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 22,021 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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N516 BKL is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 N516 BKL, 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

How do I check the history of N516 BKL?

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What year was N516 BKL registered?

N516 BKL is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N516 BKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N516 BKL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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