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P739 THW

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,138 mi
Last recorded40,138 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2012
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP739 THW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2012 40,138 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

on road test the rear brake feels poor

Pass 25 Mar 2011 37,720 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 35,706 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 35,706 miles

Clutch lever bent so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 32,301 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 27,940 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 24,722 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 20,023 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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P739 THW is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 P739 THW, 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

How do I check the history of P739 THW?

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What year was P739 THW registered?

P739 THW is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 14 December 1996.

Is P739 THW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P739 THW shows 8 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.

Does P739 THW have outstanding finance?

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