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AE03 LPN

2003 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,693 mi
Last recorded17,693 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 LPN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 17,693 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 6 Jun 2026 17,653 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls not working off the front brake (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2025 12,888 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 12,862 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 9,651 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 8,176 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 7,390 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2019 7,390 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 7,384 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2011 7,370 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 6,469 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 5,637 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 5,074 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 4,978 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 4,925 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 4,925 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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AE03 LPN is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 21,724 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 AE03 LPN, 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 23 years old, this Honda CB500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE03 LPN registered?

AE03 LPN is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is AE03 LPN safe to buy?

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