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N936 MGF

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

40,836 mi
Last recorded40,836 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2020
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN936 MGF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2020 40,836 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 35,856 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 34,367 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 34,353 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 33,792 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 33,647 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 33,524 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 33,403 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 33,305 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 33,219 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Jul 2010 33,110 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 32,976 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 32,858 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 32,490 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 31,639 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 30,971 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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N936 MGF is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 N936 MGF, 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 N936 MGF?

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What year was N936 MGF registered?

N936 MGF is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 13 April 1996.

Is N936 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N936 MGF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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