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N764 YEJ

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,773 mi
Last recorded19,773 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN764 YEJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2026 19,773 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 19,472 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 18,876 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 18,596 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 18,387 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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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N764 YEJ 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 100%.

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 N764 YEJ, 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

How do I check the history of N764 YEJ?

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What year was N764 YEJ registered?

N764 YEJ is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N764 YEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N764 YEJ shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N764 YEJ have outstanding finance?

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