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P123 VBV

1996 Honda CB500

Bronze Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

23,989 mi
Last recorded23,989 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP123 VBV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2023 23,989 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Oct 2023 23,989 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 22,331 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 11 Apr 2019 22,331 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2017 25,226 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 19 Apr 2017 25,226 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride chain clip link loose (6.2.1h)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 22,083 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 21,902 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 21,708 miles

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 21,708 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 20,666 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 20,666 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 20,383 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 18,140 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 17,913 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 17,875 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 17,650 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 17,650 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 16,970 miles

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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P123 VBV is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Bronze with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 33,174 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 P123 VBV, 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 30 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P123 VBV registered?

P123 VBV is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 November 1996.

Is P123 VBV safe to buy?

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