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P694 JEG

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

37,622 mi
Last recorded37,622 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2016
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP694 JEG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2016 37,622 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 37,622 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 32,680 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 32,680 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Fail 14 Apr 2014 28,435 miles

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 28,435 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 24,118 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 24,118 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 22,450 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 22,450 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 16,897 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 22,364 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 22,307 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2009 22,307 miles

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Nearside Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 8,381 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 93,382 miles

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

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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P694 JEG is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 33,174 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 P694 JEG, 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 30 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 P694 JEG registered?

P694 JEG is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 24 December 1996.

Is P694 JEG safe to buy?

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