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S881 AJO

1996 Honda Rebel

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,083 mi
Last recorded18,083 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Rebel16,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS881 AJO
MakeHonda
ModelRebel
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2026 18,083 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 18,022 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2024 17,998 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2023 17,936 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 17,897 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 17,821 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 17,798 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 17,710 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 17,643 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 17,592 miles

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 17,011 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 May 2014 16,855 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 16,814 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 16,651 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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S881 AJO is a 1996 Honda Rebel in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S881 AJO, 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 S881 AJO registered?

S881 AJO is a 1996 Honda Rebel, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is S881 AJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S881 AJO shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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