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LB02 PPZ

2002 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,964 mi
Last recorded48,964 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB02 PPZ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 48,964 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 48,046 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 48,046 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2016 46,133 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 22 Apr 2016 46,129 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure multiple tears (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 39,671 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 29,524 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 13,319 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 6,918 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 6,786 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 6,447 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 6,447 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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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LB02 PPZ is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LB02 PPZ, 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 LB02 PPZ registered?

LB02 PPZ is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 July 2002.

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