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N276 WDV

1996 Honda Cb 500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,039 mi
Last recorded46,039 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2008
Typical for 1996 Honda Cb 50036,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN276 WDV
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2008 46,039 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 44,432 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 27 Oct 2006 44,432 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500?

Based on 2,993 MOT tests across 462 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
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N276 WDV is a 1996 Honda Cb 500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda Cb 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 36,624 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 Cb 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N276 WDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Cb 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N276 WDV registered?

N276 WDV is a 1996 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 8 May 1996.

Is N276 WDV safe to buy?

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