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P237 XHW

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,732 mi
Last recorded39,732 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP237 XHW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2009 39,732 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 39,365 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2006 38,511 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 38,511 miles

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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P237 XHW is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P237 XHW, 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 P237 XHW registered?

P237 XHW is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P237 XHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P237 XHW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P237 XHW have outstanding finance?

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