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N878 LWU

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,438 mi
Last recorded17,438 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
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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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN878 LWU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2025 17,438 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 17,395 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 17,012 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 16,488 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 16,108 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 15,832 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 15,752 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 15,654 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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N878 LWU is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 N878 LWU, 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 N878 LWU?

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What year was N878 LWU registered?

N878 LWU is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 18 May 1996.

Is N878 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N878 LWU shows 8 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 N878 LWU have outstanding finance?

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