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P214 FPL

1997 Honda Cb 500

Beige Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,267 mi
Last recorded94,267 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb 50030,799 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP214 FPL
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2019 94,267 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 93,310 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 90,184 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 86,294 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre close to limite (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2008 82,021 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 79,052 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 78,796 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500?

Based on 2,993 MOT tests across 462 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
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P214 FPL is a 1997 Honda Cb 500 in Beige with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cb 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 30,799 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cb 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P214 FPL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cb 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P214 FPL registered?

P214 FPL is a 1997 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is P214 FPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P214 FPL 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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