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GD03 KJN

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,698 mi
Last recorded18,698 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD03 KJN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 18,698 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 17,194 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2025 17,194 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 16,636 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 15,897 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 13,408 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 12,564 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 12,047 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 12,040 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 10,438 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 7,743 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2017 7,740 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 6,002 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 6,001 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 5,740 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 5,355 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 5,128 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 4,841 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 4,427 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 4,175 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 4,019 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 3,771 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 19 Mar 2007 3,248 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 2,533 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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GD03 KJN is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GD03 KJN, 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 GD03 KJN registered?

GD03 KJN is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 April 2003.

Is GD03 KJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD03 KJN shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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