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N655 XRS

1996 Honda CB1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,736 mi
Last recorded21,736 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2012
Typical for 1996 Honda CB100024,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN655 XRS
MakeHonda
ModelCB1000
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2012 21,736 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 21,192 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 20,675 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 19,972 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 19,245 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 17,228 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 17,184 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 May 2006 16,190 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda CB1000?

Based on 8,993 MOT tests across 842 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
842
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 64
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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N655 XRS is a 1996 Honda CB1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 24,912 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 CB1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N655 XRS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 30 years old, this Honda CB1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N655 XRS registered?

N655 XRS is a 1996 Honda CB1000, first registered on 7 May 1996.

Is N655 XRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N655 XRS shows 8 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.

Does N655 XRS have outstanding finance?

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