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LR03 OYF

2003 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2018
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

10,489 mi
Last recorded10,489 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR03 OYF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2017 10,489 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2016 10,489 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2016 10,489 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2015 89,578 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 19 Jan 2015 89,578 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Jan 2014 62,536 miles

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 62,536 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 40,416 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2013 40,416 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Fail 13 Jun 2012 40,416 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 40,416 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 40,416 miles

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

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 16 Jun 2011 40,416 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 40,416 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 30,767 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2009 30,761 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2009 30,761 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 26,751 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 21,359 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Mar 2006 15,747 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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LR03 OYF is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 OYF, 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 LR03 OYF registered?

LR03 OYF is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 27 March 2003.

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