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P503 NBF

1996 Honda Cg

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Honda Cg16,004 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP503 NBF
MakeHonda
ModelCg
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Jan 2025

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 11,783 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2023 11,780 miles

Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 9,802 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Dec 2021 9,802 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 7,006 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

footrest bar bolt missing

Fail 18 Aug 2020 7,006 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake component inadequately mounted torque arm no locking device (1.1.21 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too small (0.1 (d))

Steering linkage component deformed front end misaligned (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

footrest bar bolt missing

Pass 13 Sep 2018 2,428 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 14,033 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 13,229 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2014 7,946 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 7,939 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 7,927 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 7,891 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 7,891 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 7,805 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 7,745 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 7,643 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 7,547 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 7,312 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda Cg?

Based on 1,330 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
695
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 14
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P503 NBF is a 1996 Honda Cg in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1996 Honda Cg models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 16,004 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cg fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P503 NBF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cg typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Cg is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P503 NBF is a 1996 Honda Cg, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P503 NBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P503 NBF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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