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P951 XWO

1997 Honda Cb 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

65,884 mi
Last recorded65,884 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb 50030,799 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP951 XWO
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2024 65,884 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 9 Aug 2023 64,852 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Aug 2023 64,852 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working Bulb had fallen out. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 56,631 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 56,419 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 54,107 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 4 Jan 2019 51,844 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2015 40,669 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 39,186 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 39,186 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2013 37,431 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 37,431 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 1 Nov 2012 36,685 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 36,685 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 36,085 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 35,546 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 25 Nov 2010 35,546 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500?

Based on 2,993 MOT tests across 462 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
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P951 XWO is a 1997 Honda Cb 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cb 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 30,799 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 Cb 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P951 XWO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cb 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P951 XWO registered?

P951 XWO is a 1997 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 20 June 1997.

Is P951 XWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P951 XWO shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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