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GP02 BWB

2002 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,445 mi
Last recorded40,445 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP02 BWB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 40,445 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 40,380 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 40,190 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 40,024 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 39,091 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 36,791 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 35,717 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 35,717 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 35,717 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 35,717 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2015 33,733 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 29,534 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 29,047 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 29,047 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Fail 18 May 2013 29,015 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 28,163 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 28,163 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2010 27,191 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 26,509 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 23,660 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 18,980 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 10,146 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 1,922 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2005 1,914 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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GP02 BWB is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GP02 BWB, 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 GP02 BWB registered?

GP02 BWB is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 15 August 2002.

Is GP02 BWB safe to buy?

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