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P846 UWS

1997 Honda CB500

Beige Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

69,387 mi
Last recorded69,387 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP846 UWS
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2020 69,387 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 68,730 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front front tyre slightly deteriorated

Offside Front footrest slightly damaged

Pass 13 Sep 2016 67,727 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 67,515 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 65,113 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 63,432 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 6,263 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 60,780 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 56,284 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 56,284 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 53,127 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2008 45,979 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 45,979 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 39,782 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 39,782 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 31,765 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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P846 UWS is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Beige with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P846 UWS, 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 P846 UWS registered?

P846 UWS is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 21 March 1997.

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