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AA51 HON

2002 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,882 mi
Last recorded13,882 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA51 HON
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2025 13,882 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 13,875 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 13,711 miles

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened light rust both springs. (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2016 13,658 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 12,737 miles

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

front fork seals showing signs of slight leakage

front tyre perished

Pass 16 May 2014 12,652 miles

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

clutch lever damaged

Pass 2 May 2013 12,595 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 12,533 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 12,259 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2010 11,887 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 11,142 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 10,370 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Jan 2007 8,924 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 7,423 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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AA51 HON is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 24,569 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 AA51 HON, 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 24 years old, this Honda CB500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AA51 HON registered?

AA51 HON is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 January 2002.

Is AA51 HON safe to buy?

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