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P774 APM

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

53,433 mi
Last recorded53,433 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP774 APM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2017 53,433 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 53,397 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 53,380 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 50,416 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 49,301 miles

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

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

rear number plate delaminating

Pass 27 Sep 2011 49,297 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

rear number plate cracked

Fail 27 Sep 2011 49,297 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

rear number plate cracked

Pass 14 Aug 2010 46,699 miles

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 43,433 miles

off side rear foot rest loose

rear brake lever bent

Pass 23 Aug 2008 38,982 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 33,514 miles

rear brake is noisey in operation

Pass 2 Sep 2006 28,571 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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P774 APM is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P774 APM, 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.

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What year was P774 APM registered?

P774 APM is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 14 September 1996.

Is P774 APM safe to buy?

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