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N912 VPF

1996 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,709 mi
Last recorded53,709 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2011
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN912 VPF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2011 53,709 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 53,709 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 50,973 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2005 50,244 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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N912 VPF is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N912 VPF, 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 N912 VPF?

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What year was N912 VPF registered?

N912 VPF is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 June 1996.

Is N912 VPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N912 VPF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N912 VPF have outstanding finance?

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