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P777 FRY

1996 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

53,391 mi
Last recorded53,391 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP777 FRY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 53,391 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 52,985 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 52,660 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 52,302 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 52,298 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 46,018 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 43,698 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 42,079 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 42,079 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 39,537 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 39,496 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 39,430 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 39,337 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 39,040 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 38,571 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 38,096 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 36,858 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2007 34,809 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 31,807 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 31,807 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws missing. (3.1.2b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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P777 FRY 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 85%.

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 P777 FRY, 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 P777 FRY registered?

P777 FRY is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 23 September 1996.

Is P777 FRY safe to buy?

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