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N221 PUU

1996 Honda NTV650

Red Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

62,141 mi
Last recorded62,141 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda NTV65038,558 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN221 PUU
MakeHonda
ModelNTV650
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 62,141 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 56,446 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2024 56,444 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

Pass 20 May 2023 50,164 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2019 47,926 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 45,407 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2017 43,382 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 41,897 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 39,984 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 37,573 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 35,707 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 34,947 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 32,154 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 28,623 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 28,116 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 27,176 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 26,437 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2007 26,319 miles

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 6 May 2006 24,646 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NTV650?

Based on 13,733 MOT tests across 1,325 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
1,163
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,325
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 237
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 226
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 182
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 113
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N221 PUU is a 1996 Honda NTV650 in Red with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda NTV650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 38,558 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda NTV650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N221 PUU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NTV650 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Honda NTV650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N221 PUU registered?

N221 PUU is a 1996 Honda NTV650, first registered on 26 March 1996.

Is N221 PUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N221 PUU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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