MOT Status
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95,033 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front tyre perished
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seat area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear small cut in tyre
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight links (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively fluctuating (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)
front footrests badly worn
rear brake reaction bracket not fitted in the correct way but secure
Motorcycle structure slightly insecure side stand spring slack (6.1.1c)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
front brake drags slightly
Brake master cylinder slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Oil leak
Rear Brake rod slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P579 GMP is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
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 P579 GMP, 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.
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P579 GMP is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 10 August 1996.
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