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GL03 WGZ

2003 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

41,616 mi
Last recorded41,616 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 WGZ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2021 41,616 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 41,049 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 40,266 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2012 38,587 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 37,656 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Sep 2011 37,656 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Rear Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 36,756 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 34,793 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 17,135 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

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

Fail 30 Dec 2008 116,892 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2008 87,743 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2007 87,365 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 48,994 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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GL03 WGZ is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GL03 WGZ, 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.

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What year was GL03 WGZ registered?

GL03 WGZ is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 June 2003.

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