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P524 KSX

1996 Honda CB500

Beige Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,721 mi
Last recorded2,721 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2021
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP524 KSX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2021 2,721 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 2,329 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 20,757 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2017 86,750 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 2 Apr 2017 86,750 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 61,003 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2016 61,003 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2015 45,467 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2014 44,189 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 19 Apr 2014 44,189 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2013 40,264 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 38,874 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 38,011 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 37,571 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 37,187 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 35,687 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 33,445 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 31,188 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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P524 KSX is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Beige with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P524 KSX, 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 P524 KSX registered?

P524 KSX is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 November 1996.

Is P524 KSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P524 KSX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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