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DG02 PHO

2002 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

29,146 mi
Last recorded29,146 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2012
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG02 PHO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2012 29,146 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Fail 23 Apr 2012 29,146 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 27,861 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 27,861 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2010 25,137 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 25,137 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 22,019 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 22,019 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2008 18,592 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 18,592 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2007 15,351 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 12,209 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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DG02 PHO is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 DG02 PHO, 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 DG02 PHO registered?

DG02 PHO is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 18 March 2002.

Is DG02 PHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG02 PHO shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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