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LFJ 798P

1975 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1975 Honda CB50025,249 mi
4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFJ 798P
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2016
Fail 13 Apr 2016

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2015
Pass 31 Aug 2013 15,225 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012

How Reliable is the Honda CB500?

Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
7,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,526
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,227
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,110
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 808
Drive chain excessively loose 572
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LFJ 798P is a 1975 Honda CB500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1975 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 25,249 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LFJ 798P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 51 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LFJ 798P?

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What year was LFJ 798P registered?

LFJ 798P is a 1975 Honda CB500, first registered on 26 August 1975.

Is LFJ 798P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFJ 798P shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LFJ 798P have outstanding finance?

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