MOT Status
ValidMileage
53,247 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Chain guard missing
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P31 SMV is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 P31 SMV, 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 P31 SMV registered?
P31 SMV is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 26 March 1997.
Is P31 SMV safe to buy?
The MOT history for P31 SMV shows 18 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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