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P875 TMX

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

64,074 mi
Last recorded64,074 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP875 TMX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2015 64,074 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 Apr 2015 64,074 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 56,035 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 7 Apr 2014 56,035 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 May 2013 53,852 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2011 52,815 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 52,815 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2010 52,202 miles

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

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 23 Oct 2010 52,170 miles

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

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

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 67,641 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2008 55,696 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 61,834 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 56,078 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2006 55,943 miles

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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P875 TMX is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 P875 TMX, 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 P875 TMX registered?

P875 TMX is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P875 TMX safe to buy?

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