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P287 UAT

1997 Honda Cb 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

46,446 mi
Last recorded46,446 miles
Recorded on25 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb 50030,799 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP287 UAT
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2016 46,446 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 25 May 2016 46,427 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 44,065 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2013 44,065 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 40,809 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 40,063 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 7 Apr 2011 40,029 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2010 37,046 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 35,622 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2007 34,203 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 32,569 miles

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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P287 UAT is a 1997 Honda Cb 500 in Black 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 Cb 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 30,799 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 Cb 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P287 UAT, 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 P287 UAT registered?

P287 UAT is a 1997 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 18 March 1997.

Is P287 UAT safe to buy?

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