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P985 JTP

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

57,476 mi
Last recorded57,476 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2010
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP985 JTP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 Apr 2010 57,476 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

No lights fitted at time of test.

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 57,476 miles

No lights fitted at time of test.

Fail 6 Oct 2005 75,529 miles

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2005 75,529 miles

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

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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P985 JTP is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P985 JTP, 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 P985 JTP registered?

P985 JTP is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 19 September 1996.

Is P985 JTP safe to buy?

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