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P322 RNO

1997 Honda CB500

Grey Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

65,298 mi
Last recorded65,298 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP322 RNO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2024 65,298 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2024 65,265 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

brake lever locking nut missing

Pass 16 Aug 2023 57,642 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 57,480 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 51,356 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 50,398 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 48,858 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 48,067 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2019 48,056 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 47,115 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 46,544 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 46,061 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 45,341 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 44,268 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 43,069 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 41,932 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 18 May 2011 40,718 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 May 2011 40,718 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 39,439 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 36,290 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 32,579 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 31,928 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 31,157 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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P322 RNO is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 P322 RNO, 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

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What year was P322 RNO registered?

P322 RNO is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P322 RNO safe to buy?

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