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N966 GVT

1996 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

40,446 mi
Last recorded40,446 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN966 GVT
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 40,446 miles

front tyre slight cracking

Fail 21 Apr 2018 40,446 miles

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

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

front tyre slight cracking

Pass 25 Feb 2017 40,236 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 38,662 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 35,999 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 33,861 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 23,713 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 17,723 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2006 16,573 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 14,003 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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N966 GVT is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Green with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 N966 GVT, 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 N966 GVT registered?

N966 GVT is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 March 1996.

Is N966 GVT safe to buy?

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