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N941 MGF

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

16,486 mi
Last recorded16,486 miles
Recorded on21 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

RegistrationN941 MGF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 16,486 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 10,830 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 4,800 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 603 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 96,096 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 91,623 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 83,896 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 76,188 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 71,988 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 29 Oct 2016 71,988 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2015 67,125 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2015 67,125 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 61,635 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 60,871 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 59,586 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2012 59,586 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2009 59,299 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 58,949 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 57,113 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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N941 MGF is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black 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 N941 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

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What year was N941 MGF registered?

N941 MGF is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 May 1996.

Is N941 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N941 MGF 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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