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P164 PLX

2002 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

1,567 mi
Last recorded1,567 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2007
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP164 PLX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2007 1,567 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 22 Aug 2007 1,561 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Lower Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2006 94,046 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 94,051 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Aug 2006 94,045 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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P164 PLX is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 2002 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 24,569 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 P164 PLX, 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 24 years old, this Honda CB500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P164 PLX registered?

P164 PLX is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 29 October 2002.

Is P164 PLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P164 PLX shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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