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P854 ACT

1996 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

27,865 mi
Last recorded27,865 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2021
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP854 ACT
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2021 27,865 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 18 May 2019 27,522 miles

both brakes have slight fluctuation

no lights at time of test

Pass 23 Apr 2018 27,391 miles

DAY TIME MOT. NO LIGHTS FITTED, AT TIME OF TEST.

Fail 23 Apr 2018 27,391 miles

DAY TIME MOT. NO LIGHTS FITTED, AT TIME OF TEST.

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 27,190 miles

no lights at time of test

Pass 25 Apr 2016 26,913 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 26,272 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 25,491 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 23,176 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 21,388 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 21,352 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 21,148 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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P854 ACT is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P854 ACT, 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 P854 ACT?

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What year was P854 ACT registered?

P854 ACT is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 September 1996.

Is P854 ACT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P854 ACT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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