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N878 KGJ

1996 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,965 mi
Last recorded69,965 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN878 KGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 69,965 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 69,707 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 69,037 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively run out (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 67,796 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 53,817 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 53,366 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 52,715 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 52,315 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 52,303 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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N878 KGJ is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N878 KGJ, 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 N878 KGJ registered?

N878 KGJ is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 15 February 1996.

Is N878 KGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N878 KGJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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