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P794 OMB

1997 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,473 mi
Last recorded33,473 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP794 OMB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 29 Dec 2025 33,473 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 32,560 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 29,174 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 27,525 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 25,806 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 25,112 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 24,472 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 21,453 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 17,823 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 15,004 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 11,196 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 11,152 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 11,108 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 11,101 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 11,007 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 10,983 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 10,975 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 26 Apr 2007 10,868 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 10,411 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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P794 OMB is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 P794 OMB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P794 OMB registered?

P794 OMB is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is P794 OMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P794 OMB shows 19 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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