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P265 HRP

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

25,691 mi
Last recorded25,691 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP265 HRP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 Mar 2023 25,691 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2022 20,487 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 18,089 miles

Rear Cracks in tyre

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 18,051 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swingarm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Oct 2016 17,669 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 17,155 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play swingarm pivot (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Oct 2014 16,602 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 16,190 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2012 15,587 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 14,496 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 12,269 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 7,862 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 7,850 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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P265 HRP is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 33,174 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 P265 HRP, 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 30 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 P265 HRP registered?

P265 HRP is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 21 September 1996.

Is P265 HRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P265 HRP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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