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P108 AHG

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,878 mi
Last recorded26,878 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP108 AHG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 26,878 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Apr 2013 25,884 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 25,884 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 25,873 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 25,873 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 20,672 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 20,490 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2008 20,045 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 20,011 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 17,145 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2006 17,104 miles

Front Upper Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

chain adjusters slightly out

speedo drive on wrong side of peg

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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P108 AHG is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 30,026 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 CB500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P108 AHG, 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 29 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 P108 AHG?

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What year was P108 AHG registered?

P108 AHG is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 16 April 1997.

Is P108 AHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P108 AHG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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