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P268 NFL

1997 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

56,097 mi
Last recorded56,097 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP268 NFL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2016 56,097 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 50,507 miles

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

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

Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

Fail 6 May 2015 50,507 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

Pass 18 Feb 2012 27,251 miles

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

non braked sidecar fitted at time of test

sidecar tyre slightly perished

Pass 9 Jun 2010 27,198 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 27,196 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 26,241 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 26,241 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 22,086 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 19,671 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 18,413 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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P268 NFL 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 P268 NFL, 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 P268 NFL registered?

P268 NFL is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 2 March 1997.

Is P268 NFL safe to buy?

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