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P653 AUJ

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP653 AUJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2023

Daytime use only. No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 12 Oct 2021 26,341 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 24,955 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 22,857 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 22,857 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 21,335 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 20,532 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 19,544 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 17,497 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 May 2007 17,497 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 May 2006 15,397 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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P653 AUJ is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 30,026 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 P653 AUJ, 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 29 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 P653 AUJ registered?

P653 AUJ is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is P653 AUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P653 AUJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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