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AO52 LCG

2002 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2025
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

41,397 mi
Last recorded41,397 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 LCG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Fail 8 Nov 2025 41,397 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 40,602 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2023 39,358 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 37,184 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 35,187 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2020 33,997 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2019 31,152 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 29,774 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 29,774 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 29,774 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 29,774 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 29 May 2015 29,774 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 May 2015 29,774 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 29,774 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 7 Jun 2014 29,774 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 29,599 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 27,070 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 9 Jun 2012 26,997 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 23,908 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 8 Jun 2011 23,890 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 21,313 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 18,623 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2008 18,622 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 15,767 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 13,120 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2005 10,473 miles

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

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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AO52 LCG is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 AO52 LCG, 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 AO52 LCG registered?

AO52 LCG is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 13 September 2002.

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