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LR03 FFG

2003 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

21,276 mi
Last recorded21,276 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR03 FFG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2016 21,276 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 21,276 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2015 21,273 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 21,273 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 20,199 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 Mar 2013 20,199 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 20,199 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 20,199 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 20,199 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 20,199 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 20,199 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 20,199 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2006 20,199 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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LR03 FFG is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LR03 FFG, 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 LR03 FFG registered?

LR03 FFG is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is LR03 FFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR03 FFG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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