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KM03 AMX

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

92,697 mi
Last recorded92,697 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM03 AMX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 92,697 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 87,644 miles

Front Front tyre perished in tread.

Pass 12 Jul 2024 82,044 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 77,058 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 72,294 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 66,723 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 62,905 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 57,054 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 51,521 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 46,849 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 41,153 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired r/h. (1.5.3a)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 36,552 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 33,450 miles

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 33,328 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 33,275 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 26 Apr 2012 33,275 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 33,177 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 30,324 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2008
Fail 12 Sep 2008 28,380 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 26,025 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 25,530 miles

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Offside Front suspension assembly component excessively corroded. (2.3.1) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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KM03 AMX is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 KM03 AMX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KM03 AMX registered?

KM03 AMX is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is KM03 AMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM03 AMX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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