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PL16 OFR

2016 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 471cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,468 mi
Last recorded9,468 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Honda CB50014,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL16 OFR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine471cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 9,468 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 31 May 2025 8,933 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 31 May 2025 8,933 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 6,631 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 3,037 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2022 2,169 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2020 297 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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PL16 OFR is a 2016 Honda CB500 in Red with a 471cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2016 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 14,501 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 PL16 OFR, 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 10 years old, this Honda CB500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PL16 OFR?

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What year was PL16 OFR registered?

PL16 OFR is a 2016 Honda CB500, first registered on 29 July 2016.

Is PL16 OFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL16 OFR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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