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P338 MBK

1997 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

52,490 mi
Last recorded52,490 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP338 MBK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 52,490 miles

Central Rear Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Fail 23 May 2026 52,490 miles

Central Rear Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2025 51,890 miles
Fail 17 May 2025 51,890 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 May 2024 51,449 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2023 50,984 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 50,930 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 50,734 miles

Rear rear drivechain dry

Pass 19 May 2020 49,495 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 10 May 2019 47,948 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 7 May 2019 47,920 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 May 2018 44,703 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 41,970 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 40,217 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2016 40,217 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 May 2015 38,091 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 35,585 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 32,996 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 28,030 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 24,144 miles

handlebars slightly misaligned

Pass 16 Apr 2010 19,092 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 17,949 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 14,429 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 11,268 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 10,353 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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P338 MBK is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 P338 MBK, 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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P338 MBK is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 29 May 1997.

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