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GK52 OJX

2002 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

93,615 mi
Last recorded93,615 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 OJX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 93,615 miles

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

Nearside foot peg anti slip worn

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2025 93,148 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Foot rest anti slip missing

Fail 14 Jun 2025 93,096 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Foot rest antislip missing

Pass 5 Jul 2024 92,343 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive noisey in operation (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Chain guard slightly loose (6.1.7 (i))

Nearside Front foot pedal anti slip missing

Nearside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 91,980 miles

Offside Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm securing bolt housing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2023 91,980 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm securing bolt housing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 91,515 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 90,892 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 90,018 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 24 Dec 2018 89,574 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2015 83,217 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 82,869 miles

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 82,869 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 81,113 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 81,113 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 77,180 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 72,870 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 67,912 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 62,600 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 56,290 miles

A corner of the registration plate is broken off.The rear pads are close to wear limit.The the rear caliper master cylinder fluid level is at the lower level mark.

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

Pass 8 Sep 2007 44,759 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 6 Sep 2007 44,712 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2006 34,243 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Nail in rear tyre.Right fork seal suspect.

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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GK52 OJX is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 GK52 OJX, 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.

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What year was GK52 OJX registered?

GK52 OJX is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 26 September 2002.

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