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R196 YGC

1998 Honda NX650

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

40,582 mi
Last recorded40,582 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda NX65020,637 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR196 YGC
MakeHonda
ModelNX650
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 40,582 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 40,455 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated outer of braided line cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

LH switch gear loose on handlebar

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2025 40,450 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Nearside Footrest insecure split pin missing (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated outer of braided line cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

LH switch gear loose on handlebar

Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

clutch lever lock nut missing

gear lever loose

Pass 17 Apr 2024 39,959 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 39,707 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 39,249 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 3,921 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2016 38,697 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 37,453 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 36,795 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 36,795 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 36,187 miles

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

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

front and rear tyres are slightly perished

Fail 1 Oct 2009 36,187 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

front and rear tyres are slightly perished

Pass 28 Aug 2008 35,277 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 34,286 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 32,723 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 32,654 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Rear reflector dirty but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 22 Aug 2005 29,676 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NX650?

Based on 9,865 MOT tests across 1,148 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
549
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 108
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 68
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R196 YGC is a 1998 Honda NX650 in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1998 Honda NX650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 20,637 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 NX650 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R196 YGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NX650 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Honda NX650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R196 YGC registered?

R196 YGC is a 1998 Honda NX650, first registered on 7 July 1998.

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