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N452 LCV

1996 Honda Rebel

Purple Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,587 mi
Last recorded29,587 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Rebel16,657 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN452 LCV
MakeHonda
ModelRebel
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 29,587 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 6 Aug 2025 29,587 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 29,505 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Brace tubes (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Lower Exhaust system corroded

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 28,567 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Brace tubes (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective Slightly deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

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

Fail 17 Nov 2022 28,563 miles

Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed Sidewalls cracked and cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Brace tubes (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Headlamp reflector slightly defective Slightly deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 27,530 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Brace tubes (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre perishing in treads and sidewalls

Headlamp reflector slightly defective Slightly deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded All (5.2.2 (d))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 27,530 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2014 27,530 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 25,562 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 24 Jun 2013 25,549 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 25,419 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 24,400 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 24,276 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 20 May 2006 23,856 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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N452 LCV is a 1996 Honda Rebel in Purple with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 N452 LCV, 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 N452 LCV registered?

N452 LCV is a 1996 Honda Rebel, first registered on 8 July 1996.

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