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N761 YEW

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

46,850 mi
Last recorded46,850 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2014
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN761 YEW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2014 46,850 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 46,850 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 46,359 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 29 May 2012 45,635 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 May 2012 45,635 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 44,014 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 44,014 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2010 42,925 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 42,178 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 42,178 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 29,893 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 28,955 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 28,867 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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N761 YEW is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 N761 YEW, 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 N761 YEW registered?

N761 YEW is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 May 1996.

Is N761 YEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N761 YEW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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