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P292 UWP

1997 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,143 mi
Last recorded41,143 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP292 UWP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2010 41,143 miles

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

front tyre perished

Fail 7 Apr 2010 41,143 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

front tyre perished

Pass 25 Oct 2008 40,580 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

cracks in sidewall on the front tyre.

Pass 27 Oct 2007 40,420 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 40,397 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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P292 UWP is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P292 UWP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P292 UWP?

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What year was P292 UWP registered?

P292 UWP is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is P292 UWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P292 UWP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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