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P514 WBW

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

14,774 mi
Last recorded14,774 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
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

RegistrationP514 WBW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 14,774 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 14,588 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 14,477 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 14,368 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 14,148 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 13,961 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 13,780 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 13,581 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 13,257 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 12,346 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 11,739 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 10,360 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 28 Mar 2013 10,360 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 5,752 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 5,668 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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P514 WBW is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P514 WBW, 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 P514 WBW?

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What year was P514 WBW registered?

P514 WBW is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 18 September 1996.

Is P514 WBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P514 WBW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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