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P945 PFB

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

50,845 mi
Last recorded50,845 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP945 PFB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2019 50,845 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 50,694 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 48,612 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 45,812 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 45,812 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 25 Mar 2015 43,003 miles

Rear Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 43,003 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 1 Apr 2014 40,296 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 40,296 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 37,320 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 34,091 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 34,091 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 29,575 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 25,386 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2010 25,386 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 24,034 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 23,296 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 23,296 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 22,591 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 20,876 miles

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

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

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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P945 PFB is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P945 PFB, 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 P945 PFB registered?

P945 PFB is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 15 August 1996.

Is P945 PFB safe to buy?

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