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DE02 RXP

2002 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,858 mi
Last recorded26,858 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE02 RXP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 26,858 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 25,577 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 25,559 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear tyre starting to crack.

Pass 21 Nov 2020 25,466 miles

Central Front Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 Nov 2020 25,466 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right KICK UP TO THE R/H SIDE (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 May 2019 24,850 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Fail 21 May 2019 24,850 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right KICK UP TO THE R/H (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 24,269 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 22,987 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

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

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front tyre slightly perished

gear lever bent

rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 11 Sep 2014 22,852 miles

corrosion on rear shock absorbers and springs

Fail 3 Sep 2014 22,852 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

corrosion on rear shock absorbers and springs

Pass 17 Jun 2013 17,318 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 10,276 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 6,434 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 6,434 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2009 3,291 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 3,041 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 1,903 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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DE02 RXP is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DE02 RXP, 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 DE02 RXP registered?

DE02 RXP is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 June 2002.

Is DE02 RXP safe to buy?

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