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P71 FAJ

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,088 mi
Last recorded19,088 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP71 FAJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2024 19,088 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 19,059 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 25 Feb 2021 19,059 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 18,657 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 18,657 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 18,651 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 18,643 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 18,582 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 18,581 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 18,406 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 18,405 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 18,189 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 18,103 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 18,067 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 17,441 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 16,547 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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P71 FAJ is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 P71 FAJ, 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 P71 FAJ registered?

P71 FAJ is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 13 November 1996.

Is P71 FAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P71 FAJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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