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EX03 FVV

2003 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

33,943 mi
Last recorded33,943 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2011
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 FVV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 24 Mar 2011 33,943 miles

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

chain gaurd not fitted.

Pass 24 Mar 2011 33,943 miles

chain gaurd not fitted.

Pass 15 Apr 2010 27,007 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2010 27,007 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 25 Feb 2008 17,867 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2008 17,867 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 12,312 miles

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

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

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 FVV is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 FVV, 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 FVV registered?

EX03 FVV is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 8 March 2003.

Is EX03 FVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 FVV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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