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N489 DMG

1996 Honda NTV650

Black Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

47,564 mi
Last recorded47,564 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda NTV65038,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN489 DMG
MakeHonda
ModelNTV650
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 47,564 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 47,560 miles

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

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 47,237 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 46,457 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 45,221 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 46,031 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 45,624 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 44,653 miles

Front Front suspension poorly repaired DUST SEALS (2.3.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 44,141 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 43,315 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 41,985 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 39,914 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 38,784 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 36,206 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 32,858 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 29,340 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 29,340 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2006 29,220 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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N489 DMG is a 1996 Honda NTV650 in Black with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N489 DMG, 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 N489 DMG registered?

N489 DMG is a 1996 Honda NTV650, first registered on 25 April 1996.

Is N489 DMG safe to buy?

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