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KU03 XTX

2003 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,150 mi
Last recorded80,150 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 XTX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 80,150 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2025 80,110 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2025 80,110 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 80,058 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 80,032 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 79,912 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2022 79,912 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 78,585 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 78,585 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 79,043 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 78,358 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 76,977 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 74,179 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit just under 2 m legal limit 1 m (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2016 69,938 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 69,938 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2015 66,042 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 66,042 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 61,444 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 56,406 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 52,794 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 52,794 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 48,862 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 44,591 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 40,888 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 40,888 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2008 35,968 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 30,556 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2006 24,201 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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KU03 XTX is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KU03 XTX, 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 KU03 XTX registered?

KU03 XTX is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is KU03 XTX safe to buy?

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