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EY03 AVB

2003 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,561 mi
Last recorded51,561 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY03 AVB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2012 51,561 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 37,279 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 30,978 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 22,587 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 22,543 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

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)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

chain adjuster plate insecure (OFFSIDE)

Fail 20 Feb 2008 19,380 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2008 19,380 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 17,666 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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EY03 AVB is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EY03 AVB, 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 EY03 AVB registered?

EY03 AVB is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 24 May 2003.

Is EY03 AVB safe to buy?

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