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KF52 XAG

2002 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

18,256 mi
Last recorded18,256 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF52 XAG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 18,256 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2025 18,256 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective Small crack/chip (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 18,201 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2024 18,201 miles

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 18,150 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 18,077 miles

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 18,077 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 17,914 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 17,831 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 17,779 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 17,698 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 17,654 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 17,489 miles

Rear suspension stiff

Pass 11 Sep 2015 17,350 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2015 17,350 miles

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 17,162 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 16,879 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 16,438 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 16,096 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 15,385 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

drive chain very rusty would advise lubrication

exhaust system rusty

Fail 24 Aug 2010 15,385 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

drive chain very rusty would advise lubrication

exhaust system rusty

Pass 4 Sep 2009 14,818 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 14,125 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

chain in poor condition advise good lubrication

Pass 5 Sep 2007 13,711 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 13,279 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 10,617 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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KF52 XAG is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KF52 XAG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KF52 XAG registered?

KF52 XAG is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 September 2002.

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