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P811 CLS

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,771 mi
Last recorded25,771 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP811 CLS
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2025 25,771 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 25,549 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 25,431 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 24,711 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 23,987 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 23,072 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 21,814 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 19,690 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 17,595 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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P811 CLS is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P811 CLS, 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 P811 CLS?

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What year was P811 CLS registered?

P811 CLS is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 August 1996.

Is P811 CLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P811 CLS shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P811 CLS have outstanding finance?

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