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P522 LLL

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,885 mi
Last recorded31,885 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP522 LLL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 17 Jun 2023 31,885 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 31,399 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 31,399 miles

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2017 31,251 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 30,197 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 27,762 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 27,159 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 24,179 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 22,425 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 22,425 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 17,731 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2010 17,730 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 29 May 2009 17,724 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 17,528 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 17,396 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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P522 LLL is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P522 LLL, 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 P522 LLL registered?

P522 LLL is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 August 1996.

Is P522 LLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P522 LLL shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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