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P808 YGH

1996 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

56,364 mi
Last recorded56,364 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2012
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP808 YGH
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2012 56,364 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 55,972 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 55,972 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 55,243 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 55,243 miles

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 50,227 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 44,951 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 44,951 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 39,999 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2006 39,999 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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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P808 YGH is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 P808 YGH, 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

How do I check the history of P808 YGH?

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What year was P808 YGH registered?

P808 YGH is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P808 YGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P808 YGH shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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