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P768 HWA

1996 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,233 mi
Last recorded29,233 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP768 HWA
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2025 29,233 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 29,230 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 29,207 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 29,162 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 28,742 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 28,728 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 28,723 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 28,191 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 28,164 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 28,069 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 27,956 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 27,900 miles

Front tyre has slight cracking (age)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 27,490 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 27,320 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 26,962 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 26,567 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 26,059 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 25,284 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 24,883 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 24,165 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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P768 HWA is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P768 HWA, 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 P768 HWA registered?

P768 HWA is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P768 HWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P768 HWA shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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