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P307 XHG

1997 Honda CB500

Beige Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

15,285 mi
Last recorded15,285 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP307 XHG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2020 15,285 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 14,898 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 14,029 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 13,921 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 13,921 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 13,777 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 13,060 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 13,060 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 May 2012 10,232 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2011 8,569 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2010 7,410 miles

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

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

Fail 25 May 2010 7,410 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 7,297 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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P307 XHG is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Beige with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P307 XHG, 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 P307 XHG registered?

P307 XHG is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P307 XHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P307 XHG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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