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LF03 CLU

2003 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,930 mi
Last recorded83,930 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 CLU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 83,930 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 80,214 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 76,655 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 72,992 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 69,501 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 66,143 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2019 62,387 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 57,099 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 53,126 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2017 53,010 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 47,745 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2015 42,680 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 37,240 miles

Front Engine Mount Spacers Corroded

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

Fail 28 Mar 2014 37,240 miles

Front Engine Mount Spacers Corroded

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 36,247 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 32,728 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2011 26,871 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 23,021 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2009 20,473 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 20,473 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2008 17,448 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 17,448 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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 25 May 2007 14,211 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 11,420 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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LF03 CLU is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LF03 CLU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF03 CLU registered?

LF03 CLU is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 2 June 2003.

Is LF03 CLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 CLU shows 24 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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