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P489 JRJ

1996 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,604 mi
Last recorded45,604 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP489 JRJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 45,604 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 45,327 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 45,216 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 44,965 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 37,361 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 37,196 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 29,407 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 29,108 miles

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 20,874 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 19,705 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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P489 JRJ is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P489 JRJ, 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

How do I check the history of P489 JRJ?

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What year was P489 JRJ registered?

P489 JRJ is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P489 JRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P489 JRJ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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