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P737 PAH

1997 Honda Cb 500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

8,064 mi
Last recorded8,064 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb 50030,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP737 PAH
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 8,064 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2025 8,057 miles

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 8,033 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2016 7,433 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front pads getting near legal limit I-5 mm (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2015 7,304 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 7,216 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 7,052 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 6,957 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))

Pass 17 May 2011 6,843 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))

Pass 27 Apr 2010 6,695 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 6,519 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 6,363 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 6,363 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 May 2007 5,722 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 5,722 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 May 2006 4,296 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500?

Based on 2,993 MOT tests across 462 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
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P737 PAH is a 1997 Honda Cb 500 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 Cb 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 30,799 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cb 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P737 PAH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cb 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P737 PAH registered?

P737 PAH is a 1997 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 19 April 1997.

Is P737 PAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P737 PAH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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