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P690 JOV

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

15,420 mi
Last recorded15,420 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP690 JOV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 15,420 miles

both tyres slightly misshaped

Fail 11 Jun 2018 15,394 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

both tyres slightly misshaped

Pass 20 Feb 2017 44,277 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 43,245 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 41,463 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Slight run out on rear brake disc

Pass 10 Mar 2014 38,786 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 35,310 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 29,526 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Mar 2012 29,521 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 22,210 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2011 22,208 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 17,541 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 17,224 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 16,056 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 14,764 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 13,926 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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P690 JOV is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P690 JOV, 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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What year was P690 JOV registered?

P690 JOV is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 2 January 1997.

Is P690 JOV safe to buy?

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