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N676 SBE

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,973 mi
Last recorded89,973 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2009
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN676 SBE
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2009 89,973 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 88,940 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 87,436 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Aug 2007 87,436 miles

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

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 86,079 miles

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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N676 SBE is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N676 SBE, 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 N676 SBE registered?

N676 SBE is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 17 June 1996.

Is N676 SBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N676 SBE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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