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FH02 GXE

2002 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,918 mi
Last recorded31,918 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH02 GXE
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 31,918 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 29,987 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Front tyre perished

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Apr 2025 29,987 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Front tyre perished

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling wheel mis-aligned (2.4 (a))

Wheel spindle locking device ineffective pinch bolt loose (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 17 Feb 2024 25,806 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 17 Feb 2024 25,806 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2022 20,060 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 19,751 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 19,318 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 18,872 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 18,865 miles

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

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)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 18,444 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 18,425 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2015 18,149 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 17,194 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 16,937 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 16,190 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009
Fail 6 Apr 2009 15,518 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 13,976 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 12,677 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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FH02 GXE is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FH02 GXE, 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

How do I check the history of FH02 GXE?

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What year was FH02 GXE registered?

FH02 GXE is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 13 July 2002.

Is FH02 GXE safe to buy?

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