MOT Status
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49,206 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak BOTH (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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EJ02 VCX is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.
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 EJ02 VCX, 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.
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What year was EJ02 VCX registered?
EJ02 VCX is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 8 July 2002.
Is EJ02 VCX safe to buy?
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