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KM03 VEW

2003 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

53,070 mi
Last recorded53,070 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM03 VEW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2016 53,070 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 51,822 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2015 51,822 miles

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

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

rear brake anchor incorrectly fitted

Pass 23 May 2014 46,463 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 42,000 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 37,415 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 33,862 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 30,408 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 28,092 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 28,089 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 24,668 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 38,287 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 38,287 miles

Offside Rear Floor brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

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

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 28,115 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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KM03 VEW is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KM03 VEW, 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 VEW registered?

KM03 VEW is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is KM03 VEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM03 VEW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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