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KY52 UPT

2002 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,417 mi
Last recorded41,417 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY52 UPT
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 41,417 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2024 40,680 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 39,995 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 38,618 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 37,661 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 34,943 miles

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

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

advise both front and rear tyres slight cracking of structure

Pass 21 Aug 2013 34,004 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2013 34,004 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

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

Fail 21 Aug 2012 33,184 miles

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 33,184 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 32,307 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2011 32,307 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 31,154 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 29,285 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 24,623 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 24,354 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 21,917 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 19,867 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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KY52 UPT is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 KY52 UPT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KY52 UPT registered?

KY52 UPT is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is KY52 UPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY52 UPT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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