CarVerify

Free Car Check

DY02 GJE

2002 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,180 mi
Last recorded51,180 miles
Recorded on4 May 2012
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY02 GJE
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2012 51,180 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2012 51,177 miles

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

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 50,598 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

exhaust corroded

frame & stand corroded

rear & front discs worn

rear shocks & rear springs corroded

Pass 26 Jan 2011 50,428 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 46,605 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 40,691 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 33,941 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 28,552 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

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DY02 GJE is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DY02 GJE, 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

How do I check the history of DY02 GJE?

You can check the full history of DY02 GJE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DY02 GJE registered?

DY02 GJE is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 July 2002.

Is DY02 GJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY02 GJE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY02 GJE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DY02 GJE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.