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EN03 OPV

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

31,139 mi
Last recorded31,139 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN03 OPV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 31,139 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2023 30,820 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

rear foot rests in poor condition

Pass 1 Apr 2022 30,585 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

rear foot rest rubbers in poor condition

rear tyre slightly out of shape

throttle has free play

Pass 11 Mar 2021 30,421 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

throttle linkage has free play

Pass 30 Apr 2019 29,971 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 29,840 miles

centre stand missing

Pass 15 Aug 2016 28,480 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 28,408 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 28,191 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 27,731 miles

rear tyre valve starting to parish

Pass 30 Aug 2012 25,341 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 19,986 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 15,328 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 11,924 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2009 11,924 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 10,606 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 9,681 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 8,775 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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EN03 OPV 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 94.4%.

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 EN03 OPV, 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

How do I check the history of EN03 OPV?

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What year was EN03 OPV registered?

EN03 OPV is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is EN03 OPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN03 OPV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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