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DN03 NMM

2003 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

12,029 mi
Last recorded12,029 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN03 NMM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 12,029 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2025 12,029 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 10,928 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 10,222 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 9,372 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 8,510 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 8,510 miles

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

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 8,231 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 26 Oct 2019 7,670 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2019 7,670 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 7,376 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Fail 12 Oct 2018 7,376 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2017 6,613 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Fail 19 Oct 2017 6,613 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2016 3,649 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 3,600 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 3,576 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 3,520 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 3,497 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 3,480 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 3,437 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 3,413 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 3,368 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 3,348 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 2,903 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2006 1,463 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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DN03 NMM is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 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 DN03 NMM, 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 DN03 NMM registered?

DN03 NMM is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is DN03 NMM safe to buy?

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