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P146 HCH

1997 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,867 mi
Last recorded41,867 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP146 HCH
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2015 41,867 miles

no light at time of test

Pass 23 Jun 2012 38,826 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 38,825 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 36,078 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 33,630 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 30,900 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 28,310 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 26,364 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 21 Jun 2007 26,364 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 24,392 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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P146 HCH is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P146 HCH, 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.

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What year was P146 HCH registered?

P146 HCH is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is P146 HCH safe to buy?

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