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N223 BRH

1996 Honda Cub

Red Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

36,866 mi
Last recorded36,866 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Cub19,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN223 BRH
MakeHonda
ModelCub
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2025 36,866 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 36,849 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 34,871 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 34,845 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 34,673 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 34,502 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 34,502 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 34,366 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 34,279 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 34,257 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2012 34,226 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 34,226 miles

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Pass 11 May 2011 33,566 miles

Front Upper Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

oil leak

Pass 12 May 2010 33,445 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 33,080 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 32,333 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 31,343 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 29,634 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cub?

Based on 774 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
300
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 5
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N223 BRH is a 1996 Honda Cub in Red with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 Honda Cub models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 19,028 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cub fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N223 BRH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cub typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Cub is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N223 BRH registered?

N223 BRH is a 1996 Honda Cub, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N223 BRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N223 BRH shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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