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GU03 OKD

2003 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,988 mi
Last recorded77,988 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU03 OKD
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2021 77,988 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 77,981 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 75,039 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 74,843 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 74,197 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 73,280 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 68,370 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 67,645 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 67,416 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 67,405 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2012 66,823 miles

Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 59,860 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 51,356 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 48,038 miles

handlebars slightly bent

offside front and nearside rear indicators broken (repaired with tape)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 39,407 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front and rear discs worn

Pass 28 Mar 2007 33,083 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 33,083 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

nearside rear indicator damaged slight play headstock bearings chain poor condition

Pass 21 Mar 2006 25,650 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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GU03 OKD is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GU03 OKD, 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 GU03 OKD registered?

GU03 OKD is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is GU03 OKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU03 OKD shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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