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P129 CTV

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,654 mi
Last recorded57,654 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2013
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP129 CTV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2013 57,654 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 55,508 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 52,222 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

gear lever bent

o/s front footpeg rubber missing

Pass 12 Mar 2010 48,459 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 46,360 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 43,614 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 40,065 miles

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

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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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P129 CTV is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 P129 CTV, 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

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What year was P129 CTV registered?

P129 CTV is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P129 CTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P129 CTV shows 7 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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