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R496 TLH

1998 Honda NT650V

Black Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

55,387 mi
Last recorded55,387 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda NT650V32,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR496 TLH
MakeHonda
ModelNT650V
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2021 55,387 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 55,387 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 55,387 miles

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

head race bearings slightly knotchy

Fail 22 May 2018 55,387 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

head race bearings slightly knotchy

Pass 11 Mar 2017 55,387 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 Mar 2017 55,387 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 55,027 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 53,697 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 52,029 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 50,305 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 50,051 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 50,051 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 48,987 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 47,940 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 21 Jul 2009 47,940 miles

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

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 46,870 miles

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 45,607 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 45,596 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2006 44,560 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda NT650V?

Based on 55,724 MOT tests across 4,370 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
1,241
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,370
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,032
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 892
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 828
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 436
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 307
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R496 TLH is a 1998 Honda NT650V in Black with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda NT650V models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 32,334 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 NT650V fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,032 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R496 TLH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NT650V typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda NT650V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R496 TLH registered?

R496 TLH is a 1998 Honda NT650V, first registered on 21 May 1998.

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