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DY52 VVC

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,912 mi
Last recorded26,912 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY52 VVC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 26,912 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 May 2025 26,757 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 26,086 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 25,613 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 24,481 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 23,125 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 21,248 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 20,031 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2017 15,793 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 15,574 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 14,714 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 14,392 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 12,652 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 11,819 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 10,626 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 9,803 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 7,636 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 5,209 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
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DY52 VVC is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 DY52 VVC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY52 VVC registered?

DY52 VVC is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 17 January 2003.

Is DY52 VVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY52 VVC shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY52 VVC have outstanding finance?

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