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N868 OYO

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

45,050 mi
Last recorded45,050 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN868 OYO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2021 45,050 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 45,047 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 44,952 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 43,808 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 43,594 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 43,125 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 42,589 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2012 42,063 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 41,317 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 41,317 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 40,609 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 36,741 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2009 36,741 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 Sep 2008 35,541 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 35,541 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 35,368 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 34,635 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 33,790 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2005 32,731 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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N868 OYO is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 N868 OYO, 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 N868 OYO registered?

N868 OYO is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 11 March 1996.

Is N868 OYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N868 OYO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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