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B496 THP

1985 Honda Rebel

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,523 mi
Last recorded7,523 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 1985 Honda Rebel9,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB496 THP
MakeHonda
ModelRebel
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 7,523 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2017 7,358 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 7,358 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 15 Sep 2011 7,303 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 7,265 miles

gear change linkage worn and has excessive play in bushes

Pass 8 Jun 2006 6,832 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Rebel?

Based on 2,253 MOT tests across 237 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
541
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
237
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 42
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 41
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
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B496 THP is a 1985 Honda Rebel in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Honda Rebel models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 9,732 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 Rebel fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B496 THP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Rebel typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 41 years old, this Honda Rebel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B496 THP registered?

B496 THP is a 1985 Honda Rebel, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B496 THP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B496 THP shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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