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LS52 YHH

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

34,951 mi
Last recorded34,951 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2012
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS52 YHH
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2012 34,951 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2011 34,626 miles

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

rear wheel sprocket slight wear

slight movement in rear wheel bearing

Pass 29 Jan 2010 34,518 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 34,518 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 30,339 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 30,316 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2008 25,654 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 25,654 miles

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 20,681 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 15,502 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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LS52 YHH is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LS52 YHH, 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 LS52 YHH registered?

LS52 YHH is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 January 2003.

Is LS52 YHH safe to buy?

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