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N842 PHO

1996 Honda Rebel

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

23,000 mi
Last recorded23,000 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Rebel16,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN842 PHO
MakeHonda
ModelRebel
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2026 23,000 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2026 23,000 miles

Front Forks modification unsafe (2.2.2 (e))

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Brake lever so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (e) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 22,674 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 22,437 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 22,235 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 21,344 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded spokes (5.2.2 (d))

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

front tire has surface cracks on near side and offside walls

Fail 26 May 2020 21,344 miles

Nearside Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded spokes (5.2.2 (d))

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

front tire has surface cracks on near side and offside walls

Pass 22 Jun 2018 20,745 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 20,325 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 20,319 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2014 19,597 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 13 May 2010 18,342 miles

Nearside Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

drivechain rusty

front tyrewalls starting to crack

rear tyrewalls starting to crack

Pass 17 Apr 2009 17,401 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 14,899 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 14,718 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 15,295 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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N842 PHO is a 1996 Honda Rebel in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N842 PHO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N842 PHO registered?

N842 PHO is a 1996 Honda Rebel, first registered on 22 January 1996.

Is N842 PHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N842 PHO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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