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N654 DKM

1996 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

64,595 mi
Last recorded64,595 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN654 DKM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2023 64,595 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 64,536 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 63,997 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 63,642 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 63,274 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 62,593 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 61,946 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 60,122 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 58,981 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 57,345 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 56,101 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 54,769 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 3 Apr 2012 54,769 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 52,348 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 50,238 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 45,133 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 38,823 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 36,488 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 32,091 miles

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

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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N654 DKM is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 N654 DKM, 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 N654 DKM registered?

N654 DKM is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 23 May 1996.

Is N654 DKM safe to buy?

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