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N652 FEX

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,725 mi
Last recorded60,725 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN652 FEX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2026 60,725 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 59,062 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 57,854 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 56,462 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 53,820 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 51,792 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 50,575 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 47,183 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 44,931 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 43,191 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 40,839 miles

handlebar movement slightly restricted by taut cables

Pass 17 Mar 2015 39,624 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 37,157 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 35,004 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 32,201 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 29,348 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 28,551 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 27,855 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 27,608 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 27,269 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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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N652 FEX 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 100%.

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 N652 FEX, 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 N652 FEX registered?

N652 FEX is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 23 February 1996.

Is N652 FEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N652 FEX shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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