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P695 CLJ

1996 Honda Nighthawk

Red Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

25,620 mi
Last recorded25,620 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Nighthawk24,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP695 CLJ
MakeHonda
ModelNighthawk
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 25,620 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 25,532 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 25,029 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 25,010 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swinging arm corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 24,790 miles

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

Rear slight damage to faring (crack)

Pass 10 Sep 2020 24,726 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2019 24,107 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 23,679 miles

FRONT TYRE IS CRACKED

Pass 15 Aug 2017 23,353 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 23,344 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 11 Apr 2015 23,102 miles

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 23,102 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 23,064 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 22,350 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 21,030 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 20,565 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 10 Aug 2010 20,565 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Jul 2009 18,575 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 14,221 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 12,739 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Nighthawk?

Based on 1,396 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
460
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
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P695 CLJ is a 1996 Honda Nighthawk in Red with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1996 Honda Nighthawk models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 24,900 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Honda Nighthawk fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P695 CLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Nighthawk typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Nighthawk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P695 CLJ registered?

P695 CLJ is a 1996 Honda Nighthawk, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P695 CLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P695 CLJ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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