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P667 FVN

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

100,859 mi
Last recorded100,859 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP667 FVN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2024 100,859 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 95,674 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 90,533 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 85,916 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 81,586 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 76,575 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 71,187 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored not brakeing on all the disc (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 66,544 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2016 61,578 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 56,821 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 51,596 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 17,329 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 17,329 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 42,831 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 38,609 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 38,604 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 33,275 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2010 33,271 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2009 28,746 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 28,742 miles

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 26,308 miles

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

TIGHT SPOTS ON DRIVE CHAIN

Pass 20 Mar 2007 23,593 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 21,220 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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P667 FVN is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 P667 FVN, 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 P667 FVN registered?

P667 FVN is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 February 1997.

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The MOT history for P667 FVN shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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