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DU02 RWV

2002 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,648 mi
Last recorded35,648 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU02 RWV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 35,648 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2026 35,648 miles

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

Stop lamp not working front brake light switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 33,855 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 33,479 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 31,158 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 29,208 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2022 29,208 miles

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

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Rear brake fluid on min mark of resevoir

Pass 1 Mar 2021 27,839 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2019 25,016 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 23,243 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 21,993 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 21,993 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 20,867 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' with wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 20,071 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 19,339 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 19,339 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 18,319 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 17,614 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 15,999 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 14,928 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 14,192 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 13,493 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 11,507 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 10,154 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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DU02 RWV is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DU02 RWV, 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 DU02 RWV registered?

DU02 RWV is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 March 2002.

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