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P690 SEV

1997 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

8,027 mi
Last recorded8,027 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2010
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP690 SEV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2010 8,027 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2010 7,608 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2009 92,275 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 76,567 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2008 76,567 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 56,827 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 56,827 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Jul 2006 35,050 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 SEV is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 P690 SEV, 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 SEV registered?

P690 SEV is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 14 July 1997.

Is P690 SEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P690 SEV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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