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P718 FJO

1997 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

49,614 mi
Last recorded49,614 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP718 FJO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2022 49,614 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 48,467 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 47,054 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 45,976 miles

rear foot rests not fitted at test time adequate hand hold available

Fail 24 Oct 2019 45,976 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

rear foot rests not fitted at test time adequate hand hold available

Pass 14 Nov 2018 45,029 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 41,329 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 38,667 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2016 38,737 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 19 May 2015 37,408 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 34,896 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 88,875 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 33,792 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 32,671 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 30,423 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 28,196 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 24,702 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 15 Nov 2007 24,702 miles

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 30,957 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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P718 FJO is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 P718 FJO, 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 P718 FJO registered?

P718 FJO is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P718 FJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P718 FJO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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