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N968 HLY

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

62,471 mi
Last recorded62,471 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN968 HLY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2023 62,471 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 62,462 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 62,318 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 60,141 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 56,542 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 52,995 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 47,445 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 44,910 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 44,795 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 41,942 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 38,905 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 35,389 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 34,910 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 34,899 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 32,792 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2006 31,609 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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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N968 HLY is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black 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 N968 HLY, 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 N968 HLY registered?

N968 HLY is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 29 April 1996.

Is N968 HLY safe to buy?

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