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N596 RTA

1996 Honda NX650

Black Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2023
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29 mi
Last recorded29 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2022
Typical for 1996 Honda NX65023,675 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN596 RTA
MakeHonda
ModelNX650
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2022 29 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 26 Sep 2015 39,951 miles

Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 39,635 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 5 Oct 2010 39,492 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 39,224 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 37,314 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 37,314 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 36,923 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 36,923 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

How Reliable is the Honda NX650?

Based on 9,865 MOT tests across 1,148 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
549
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 108
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 73
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 71
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 68
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N596 RTA is a 1996 Honda NX650 in Black with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda NX650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 23,675 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 NX650 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N596 RTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NX650 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Honda NX650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N596 RTA registered?

N596 RTA is a 1996 Honda NX650, first registered on 12 April 1996.

Is N596 RTA safe to buy?

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