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LC03 TLV

2003 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

85,450 mi
Last recorded85,450 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC03 TLV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 85,450 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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 28 Jun 2022 85,102 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 84,256 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 83,177 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

rear shocks absorber damping affect low

Pass 9 Feb 2019 80,727 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2019 80,727 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake rod insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 7,812 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 78,898 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brake slightly binding

Fail 4 Jun 2016 78,898 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

0il on sidewall of front tyre

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brake slightly binding

Pass 27 Jun 2015 78,559 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2014 77,885 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 76,830 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 8,041 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2011 8,033 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Dec 2010 74,468 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 4 Dec 2010 73,578 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Dec 2009 46,300 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2009 46,291 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2008 27,979 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2007 24,012 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 19,761 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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LC03 TLV is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LC03 TLV, 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.

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What year was LC03 TLV registered?

LC03 TLV is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 June 2003.

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