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N597 HMB

1996 Honda Bali

Red Petrol 101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

7,897 mi
Last recorded7,897 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda Bali12,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN597 HMB
MakeHonda
ModelBali
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine101cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 7,897 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 7,766 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 7,695 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 7,681 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 6,696 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 6,395 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 6,384 miles

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2015 6,371 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 6,362 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 6,291 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 6,218 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 6,002 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 6,002 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Bali?

Based on 792 MOT tests across 140 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
516
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
140
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 13
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 12
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
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N597 HMB is a 1996 Honda Bali in Red with a 101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 Honda Bali models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 12,180 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Bali fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N597 HMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Bali typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Bali is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N597 HMB registered?

N597 HMB is a 1996 Honda Bali, first registered on 21 June 1996.

Is N597 HMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N597 HMB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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