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HV02 SDY

2002 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

39,228 mi
Last recorded39,228 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV02 SDY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 39,228 miles

Crack in r/h front foot hanger

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 35,411 miles

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 33,418 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 30,063 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 30,018 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 29,921 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 29,853 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 29,659 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 29,503 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 29,418 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 29,415 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 29,403 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 29,386 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 29,386 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 27,836 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2010 26,105 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2010 26,105 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 19,680 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 19,672 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 13,513 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 13,357 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 13,184 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 13,173 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

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

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

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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HV02 SDY is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Black 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 HV02 SDY, 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 HV02 SDY registered?

HV02 SDY is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 24 April 2002.

Is HV02 SDY safe to buy?

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