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AO03 KVM

2003 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,398 mi
Last recorded13,398 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 KVM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 13,398 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 13,310 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 13,215 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 12,770 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 12,770 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2022 9,663 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 6,148 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 5,581 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 5,581 miles

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 5,396 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 5,389 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 5,383 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 5,376 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 4,842 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 4,420 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 3,979 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 3,704 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 3,390 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 2,700 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 2,700 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.5a)

Pass 4 May 2007 2,607 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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AO03 KVM is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AO03 KVM, 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 AO03 KVM registered?

AO03 KVM is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is AO03 KVM safe to buy?

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