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P148 OSG

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

23,203 mi
Last recorded23,203 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP148 OSG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 23,203 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2024 23,092 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 22,853 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 22,763 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 21,949 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 21,602 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 20,998 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 20,063 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 19,043 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 17,970 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 16,787 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 16,117 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 27 May 2010 15,211 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2009 14,173 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 13,184 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Apr 2008 13,184 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 11,472 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 11,472 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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P148 OSG is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P148 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 P148 OSG registered?

P148 OSG is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is P148 OSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P148 OSG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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