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P34 EHN

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

30,130 mi
Last recorded30,130 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP34 EHN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 30,130 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort front (1.2.1 (e))

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort rear (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 29,714 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 29,305 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 28,907 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 May 2015 26,362 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 28 May 2015 26,362 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 19 Jun 2014 25,832 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 19 Jun 2014 25,832 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))

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 25,770 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 25,488 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 24,210 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 23,557 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 20,313 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 14,572 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 7,945 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 6,404 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 6,267 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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P34 EHN is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 33,174 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 P34 EHN, 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 30 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 P34 EHN registered?

P34 EHN is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 23 November 1996.

Is P34 EHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P34 EHN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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