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N864 XSA

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

42,199 mi
Last recorded42,199 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN864 XSA
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 42,199 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 41,953 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2019 41,953 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 41,946 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 41,631 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 41,631 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 41,323 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2016 41,323 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Nov 2015 40,709 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Nov 2015 40,709 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 40,071 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 38,492 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 38,190 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2012 38,190 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 8 Nov 2011 37,410 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 37,410 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 35,981 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 33,699 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 33,655 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 33,632 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 33,465 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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N864 XSA is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N864 XSA, 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 N864 XSA registered?

N864 XSA is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 24 May 1996.

Is N864 XSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N864 XSA shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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