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P558 FNE

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

24,478 mi
Last recorded24,478 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP558 FNE
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 24,478 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 19,454 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 16,000 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2023 16,000 miles

Offside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar re-glued to throttle tube (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 13,564 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 12,285 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 12,003 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 11,984 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 11,893 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 11,879 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 11,703 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 11,558 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 11,267 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 11,117 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 10,862 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 10,667 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 10,423 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 10,377 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 10,114 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 9,946 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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P558 FNE is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 P558 FNE, 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 P558 FNE?

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What year was P558 FNE registered?

P558 FNE is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 August 1996.

Is P558 FNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P558 FNE shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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