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EX03 FVN

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2011
Tests10 (4 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

1,825 mi
Last recorded1,825 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2010
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 FVN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2010 1,825 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 1,825 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 14 May 2008 1,382 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 14 May 2008 1,382 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 1,199 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Fail 29 Apr 2008 1,195 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 80,496 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 80,052 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2006 45,488 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 45,488 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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EX03 FVN is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 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 EX03 FVN, 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 EX03 FVN registered?

EX03 FVN is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is EX03 FVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 FVN shows 10 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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