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N663 XRS

1996 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

37,813 mi
Last recorded37,813 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN663 XRS
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 37,813 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 37,563 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 7 Jul 2014 37,560 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 4 Sep 2013 37,560 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

footrest hanger slightly damaged

Pass 25 Jun 2012 36,401 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 36,401 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 35,294 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 6 Jun 2011 35,294 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 33,338 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 8 Jun 2009 30,668 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 30,688 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 29 May 2008 28,323 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 28,313 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 26,056 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 8 Jun 2007 26,024 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 May 2006 22,035 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2005 18,025 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

slight bend at o/s handle bar

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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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N663 XRS is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 N663 XRS, 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 N663 XRS registered?

N663 XRS is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 10 May 1996.

Is N663 XRS safe to buy?

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