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P266 MSX

1997 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

45,506 mi
Last recorded45,506 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP266 MSX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2015 45,506 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

corrosion on swing arm

Pass 1 Nov 2013 45,347 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 44,678 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2012 44,670 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2011 36,237 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 34,597 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 34,107 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 34,107 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2007 32,889 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 32,871 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 May 2006 30,557 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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P266 MSX is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P266 MSX, 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.

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What year was P266 MSX registered?

P266 MSX is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 February 1997.

Is P266 MSX safe to buy?

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