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P34 MMB

1997 Honda CB500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP34 MMB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024

DAY TIME MOT

Pass 14 Jun 2023

Daytime use mot only

Pass 16 Jun 2022

Daytime use only

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 34,002 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 33,346 miles

Front suspension has slightly reduced damping effect

Pass 8 Aug 2017 27,009 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 26,860 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 26,563 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 12 Jun 2015 26,563 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 23,521 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 21,770 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 20,190 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 18,744 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 17,029 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 14,457 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 11,658 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 8,664 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 8,310 miles

FRONT FORK TUBES PITTED

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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P34 MMB is a 1997 Honda CB500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P34 MMB, 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 P34 MMB registered?

P34 MMB is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P34 MMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P34 MMB shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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