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KV03 OUJ

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

39,366 mi
Last recorded39,366 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV03 OUJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 39,366 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 38,641 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 38,216 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 38,216 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 35,860 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 33,812 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 32,701 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 32,511 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 31,481 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 30,021 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 28,349 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 26,353 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 24,453 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 22,405 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 20,325 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 18,471 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 15,681 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 13,193 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 11,032 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2009 10,905 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 20 May 2008 8,379 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2007 5,944 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 3,257 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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KV03 OUJ is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 KV03 OUJ, 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 KV03 OUJ registered?

KV03 OUJ is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 26 April 2003.

Is KV03 OUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV03 OUJ shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KV03 OUJ have outstanding finance?

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