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P290 HMK

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,140 mi
Last recorded21,140 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP290 HMK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2018 21,140 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 9 Aug 2018 21,140 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 20,739 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 19,777 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 19,774 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 19,681 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 May 2013 19,503 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 19,251 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 May 2011 19,086 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 18,316 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 14,272 miles

surface corrosion on rear shock absorbers

surface corrosion on rear swinging arm

Pass 21 Dec 2005 14,095 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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P290 HMK is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 P290 HMK, 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 P290 HMK registered?

P290 HMK is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 January 1997.

Is P290 HMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P290 HMK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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