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N704 WRR

1996 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

3 mi
Last recorded3 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN704 WRR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 3 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 31,639 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 31,129 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2017 29,392 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 27,674 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 26,274 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 26,207 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2013 25,143 miles

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

Rear brakes noisy when applied

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 25,143 miles

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

Rear brakes noisy when applied

Pass 11 Aug 2012 24,316 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 23,145 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 21,730 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 20,327 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 20,327 miles

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 17,706 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 16,125 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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N704 WRR is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N704 WRR, 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 N704 WRR registered?

N704 WRR is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N704 WRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N704 WRR shows 16 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.

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