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N646 MAM

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,518 mi
Last recorded56,518 miles
Recorded on13 May 2014
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN646 MAM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2014 56,518 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorbers have slow rebound rate

Pass 12 Apr 2013 54,341 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 52,726 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 49,105 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 49,103 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 49,101 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 49,049 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 49,094 miles

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

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

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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N646 MAM is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N646 MAM, 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.

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What year was N646 MAM registered?

N646 MAM is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 8 March 1996.

Is N646 MAM safe to buy?

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