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AO02 SGX

2002 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

68,871 mi
Last recorded68,871 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 SGX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 68,871 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 63,185 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2024 63,185 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 62,902 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2023 62,902 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2022 62,062 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 61,229 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 61,229 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2019 58,857 miles
Pass 27 May 2018 56,487 miles
Fail 27 May 2018 56,487 miles

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2017 47,297 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2016 30,905 miles

Brake switch slightly lazy.

Pass 25 Sep 2013 30,737 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 30,736 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 29,905 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 28,113 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 28,008 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 27,828 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 27,264 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 27,261 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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AO02 SGX is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 AO02 SGX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO02 SGX registered?

AO02 SGX is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 21 May 2002.

Is AO02 SGX safe to buy?

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