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P981 JHJ

1996 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,298 mi
Last recorded12,298 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP981 JHJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2025 12,298 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 12,014 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 11,806 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 11,288 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2021 10,570 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 10,173 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 10,166 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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P981 JHJ is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 P981 JHJ, 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

How do I check the history of P981 JHJ?

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What year was P981 JHJ registered?

P981 JHJ is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 19 August 1996.

Is P981 JHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P981 JHJ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P981 JHJ have outstanding finance?

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