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P325 EOD

1997 Honda Cb 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

29,792 mi
Last recorded29,792 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb 50030,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP325 EOD
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 29,792 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 28,991 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 28,991 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 28,563 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 25,192 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 25,187 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured REAR DISC CRACKING AROUND NUMEROUS VENT HOLES (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2018 22,643 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 22,001 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 19 Sep 2007 22,001 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Drive chain slightly stiff/seized links - dry.

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 19,508 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Uneven rear tyre wear.

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500?

Based on 2,993 MOT tests across 462 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
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P325 EOD is a 1997 Honda Cb 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cb 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 30,799 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 Cb 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P325 EOD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cb 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P325 EOD registered?

P325 EOD is a 1997 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 7 May 1997.

Is P325 EOD safe to buy?

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