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N641 AOB

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,702 mi
Last recorded28,702 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN641 AOB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 28,702 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 28,368 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 27,714 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 May 2016 27,185 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 26,778 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 26,187 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 26,187 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Apr 2013 25,547 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 24,432 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 20 Mar 2012 24,420 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 23,023 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 19,094 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 15,807 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 12,545 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 12,488 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 11,594 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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N641 AOB is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N641 AOB, 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 N641 AOB registered?

N641 AOB is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N641 AOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N641 AOB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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