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KN52 OMG

2002 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,296 mi
Last recorded32,296 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN52 OMG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 32,296 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2023 31,451 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2022 30,640 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2021 30,079 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 29,673 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 28,817 miles

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

cut in front tyre

Pass 16 Nov 2018 26,555 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 24,077 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2016 18,232 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 15,459 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 15,459 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 14,219 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2013 13,790 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2013 13,790 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 12,956 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2012 12,956 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 12,480 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 11,577 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 11,035 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2008 10,488 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 10,488 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2007 9,551 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2006 8,037 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 6,672 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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KN52 OMG is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KN52 OMG, 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 KN52 OMG registered?

KN52 OMG is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 November 2002.

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