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LE02 YDT

2002 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

20,041 mi
Last recorded20,041 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE02 YDT
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 20,041 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2026 20,041 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 17,044 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2023 17,044 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2017 24,339 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 20,347 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 28 Nov 2015 20,343 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. Bulb looks upside down!! (1.6)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2014 12,556 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 12,556 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

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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LE02 YDT is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 LE02 YDT, 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 LE02 YDT registered?

LE02 YDT is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is LE02 YDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE02 YDT shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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