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P843 MFL

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,248 mi
Last recorded53,248 miles
Recorded on30 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP843 MFL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2014 53,248 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 May 2013 52,485 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 51,228 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 12 May 2011 49,715 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 28 Apr 2011 49,699 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Aug 2009 49,042 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Jul 2008 48,041 miles

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

Handlebars are slightly bent

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

Fail 22 Jul 2008 48,041 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Handlebars are slightly bent

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 22 May 2007 42,793 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 40,771 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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P843 MFL is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P843 MFL, 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 P843 MFL registered?

P843 MFL is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 17 March 1997.

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