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EO52 EBL

2002 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

31,050 mi
Last recorded31,050 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO52 EBL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 31,050 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 30,962 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 30,656 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2022 30,653 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 30,565 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 27,319 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 25,396 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2015 24,801 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 24,801 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 23,752 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 22,321 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 21,327 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 20,313 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 20,313 miles

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 18,872 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 17,416 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 16,149 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 16,149 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2007 15,464 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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EO52 EBL is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 EO52 EBL, 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 EO52 EBL registered?

EO52 EBL is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 September 2002.

Is EO52 EBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO52 EBL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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