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P856 JVX

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,650 mi
Last recorded68,650 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2014
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP856 JVX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2014 68,650 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 68,075 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 67,449 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 58,915 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 58,804 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 58,804 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Nov 2007 58,658 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

h/l beam on upper limit

Pass 20 Nov 2006 57,811 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 57,811 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Nov 2005 53,454 miles

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

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

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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P856 JVX is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P856 JVX, 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

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What year was P856 JVX registered?

P856 JVX is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 22 October 1996.

Is P856 JVX safe to buy?

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