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N991 HLN

1996 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

43,760 mi
Last recorded43,760 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2019
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN991 HLN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2019 43,760 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 41,676 miles

Both Front fork stanchions slightly pitted and scored

Pass 26 Jun 2017 40,919 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 40,337 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 39,384 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 38,398 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 37,599 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Handlebars slightly bent

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 36,589 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 1 Sep 2010 35,593 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 31 Aug 2010 35,593 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 35,082 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2008 34,200 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 34,200 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 28,352 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 28,352 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2006 27,072 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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N991 HLN is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 N991 HLN, 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 N991 HLN registered?

N991 HLN is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 10 April 1996.

Is N991 HLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N991 HLN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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