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P782 KKN

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

24,977 mi
Last recorded24,977 miles
Recorded on21 May 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP782 KKN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2020 24,977 miles
Fail 21 May 2020 24,977 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 24,680 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 24,197 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 23,788 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 23,176 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 21,994 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 21,994 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 21,960 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 21,108 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 19,516 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 19,516 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 9,814 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 8,989 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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P782 KKN is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 30,026 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P782 KKN, 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 29 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P782 KKN registered?

P782 KKN is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 11 March 1997.

Is P782 KKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P782 KKN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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