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N861 AKN

1996 Honda Cb

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

29,170 mi
Last recorded29,170 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Cb24,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN861 AKN
MakeHonda
ModelCb
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 29,170 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 28,997 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 7 Mar 2024 28,997 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 28,825 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 27,692 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 26,264 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 24,895 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 24,362 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 23,606 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 22,742 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 21,456 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 20,666 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 18,499 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 18,499 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 16,987 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 15,606 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 15,595 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 14,537 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 10,477 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb?

Based on 69,808 MOT tests across 11,557 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,059
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
11,557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 120
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N861 AKN is a 1996 Honda Cb in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda Cb models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 24,913 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cb fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N861 AKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Cb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N861 AKN?

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What year was N861 AKN registered?

N861 AKN is a 1996 Honda Cb, first registered on 9 February 1996.

Is N861 AKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N861 AKN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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