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LB02 VYZ

2002 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2024
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

37,680 mi
Last recorded37,680 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2023
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB02 VYZ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2023 37,680 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 37,115 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 35,550 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 34,447 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 33,490 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 32,632 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 31,913 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 31,179 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2015 30,324 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2015 30,324 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 26,918 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 2 May 2014 21,970 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 May 2013 20,631 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 20,438 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 19,830 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 17,515 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 16,493 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 16,493 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 14,279 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2007 13,243 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 12,488 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 12,268 miles

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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 VYZ is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 LB02 VYZ, 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 LB02 VYZ registered?

LB02 VYZ is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 July 2002.

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The MOT history for LB02 VYZ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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