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P304 LFL

1997 Honda CB500

Grey Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

55,222 mi
Last recorded55,222 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP304 LFL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2020 55,222 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Sep 2020 55,194 miles

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen No visible beam pattern (4.1.2 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 55,122 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 53,784 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn front (6.2.1e)

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

headlight converter fitted at time of test

Pass 30 May 2015 50,044 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 47,765 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 46,045 miles

Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fuel tank support missing on nearside

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

Offside rear wheel adjuster no reserve adjustment

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 39,279 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 39,279 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 31,136 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Nov 2008 22,682 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 22,682 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 15,864 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2006 13,022 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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P304 LFL is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P304 LFL, 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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P304 LFL is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 11 January 1997.

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