MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,989 miBelow or average mileage for this year
Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Vehicle Details
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
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))
Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
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))
Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
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)
Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)
Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
Don't risk it. Know before you buy.
Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of P123 VBV?
You can check the full history of P123 VBV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
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?
The MOT history for P123 VBV shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does P123 VBV have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P123 VBV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.