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P145 OSG

1997 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

2,448 mi
Last recorded2,448 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP145 OSG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 2,448 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 2,206 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 1,956 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 1,948 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 1,901 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 1,829 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 1,825 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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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P145 OSG is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 P145 OSG, 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

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What year was P145 OSG registered?

P145 OSG is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is P145 OSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P145 OSG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P145 OSG have outstanding finance?

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