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GU03 TJX

2003 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

35,223 mi
Last recorded35,223 miles
Recorded on10 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU03 TJX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 May 2021 35,223 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2020 33,577 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2018 31,898 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2017 30,805 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2016 29,389 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2016 29,387 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 30 May 2015 28,281 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2014 27,181 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 27,180 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 18 May 2013 26,259 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2013 26,259 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 25,593 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 24,221 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 24,218 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 22,659 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 22,658 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2009 21,285 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2009 21,285 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 30 May 2008 19,304 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 30 May 2008 19,304 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 16,028 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 14,145 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 TJX is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 TJX, 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 TJX registered?

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

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