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P682 MKJ

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

64,137 mi
Last recorded64,137 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP682 MKJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 64,137 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

O/S Steering stop worn.

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 63,739 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Jul 2025 63,739 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 May 2024 63,539 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

gear lever bent

Pass 10 Jun 2023 63,161 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 May 2022 62,886 miles
Fail 31 May 2022 62,874 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 62,372 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 62,276 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 61,430 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 8 Dec 2018 61,415 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 60,758 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 59,832 miles

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

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 57,859 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

gear lever is bent but still useable

Pass 22 Dec 2014 56,314 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 20 Dec 2014 56,300 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 54,606 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 52,981 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2011 50,565 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2010 47,570 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 44,434 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 44,383 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 41,954 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 41,924 miles

Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 40,001 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

mirrors not fitted at time of test

partial delamination of rear tyre

Pass 16 Sep 2006 39,376 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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P682 MKJ is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 P682 MKJ, 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.

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P682 MKJ is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 14 May 1997.

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