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N164 EKP

1996 Honda Rebel

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

46,740 mi
Last recorded46,740 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Rebel16,657 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN164 EKP
MakeHonda
ModelRebel
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 46,740 miles

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

Fuel hose damaged but not to excess fuel tank to carb hose perished (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

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

Pass 1 May 2024 46,667 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2024 46,667 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 45,232 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 44,246 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 42,373 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 39,935 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 36,695 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 33,438 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 30,493 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 27,048 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 25,728 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 25,362 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 24,930 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2010 24,695 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 24,695 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 23,091 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 22,058 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 21,071 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 21,071 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 19,512 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 18,958 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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N164 EKP is a 1996 Honda Rebel in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1996 Honda Rebel models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 16,657 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N164 EKP, 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 30 years old, this Honda Rebel is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N164 EKP registered?

N164 EKP is a 1996 Honda Rebel, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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