MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
55,222 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
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))
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
Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
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)
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)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
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))
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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What year was P304 LFL registered?
P304 LFL is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 11 January 1997.
Is P304 LFL safe to buy?
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