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P896 WHY

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,846 mi
Last recorded19,846 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP896 WHY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2024 19,846 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 18,950 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 17,961 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 16,983 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 16,301 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 15,694 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 15,616 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 15,520 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 15,444 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 15,085 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 14,852 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 14,548 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 14,118 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 13,836 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 13,698 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 13,575 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 13,410 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 13,364 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 13,040 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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P896 WHY is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P896 WHY, 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

How do I check the history of P896 WHY?

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What year was P896 WHY registered?

P896 WHY is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 8 May 1997.

Is P896 WHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P896 WHY shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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