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NGU 78P

1976 Honda CB500

Brown Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,360 mi
Last recorded26,360 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 1976 Honda CB50024,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGU 78P
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1976
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017 26,360 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 26,219 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 26,053 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 25,889 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 25,697 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2011 25,697 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 25,298 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 25,298 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 24,945 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 24,020 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 23,293 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 22,359 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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NGU 78P is a 1976 Honda CB500 in Brown with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1976 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 24,398 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 NGU 78P, 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 50 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 NGU 78P?

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What year was NGU 78P registered?

NGU 78P is a 1976 Honda CB500, first registered on 26 April 1976.

Is NGU 78P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NGU 78P shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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