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AK52 EOF

2003 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

54,405 mi
Last recorded54,405 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2011
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 EOF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Apr 2011 54,405 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Apr 2011 54,405 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 51,642 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 19 Apr 2010 51,642 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 46,047 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 99,881 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 96,911 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 96,214 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2006 71,447 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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AK52 EOF is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 AK52 EOF, 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.

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What year was AK52 EOF registered?

AK52 EOF is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 January 2003.

Is AK52 EOF safe to buy?

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