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LT03 ESU

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

29,868 mi
Last recorded29,868 miles
Recorded on15 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT03 ESU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2024 29,868 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2023 28,954 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 May 2022 27,773 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 25,277 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2020 23,591 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 22,105 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 20,312 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2017 18,101 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2016 16,155 miles

rear pads low

Pass 11 May 2015 14,042 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2014 11,693 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 9,758 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 8,068 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 4,785 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 3,289 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 2,705 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 2,254 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 1,986 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 1,703 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 1,703 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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LT03 ESU is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LT03 ESU, 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 LT03 ESU registered?

LT03 ESU is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is LT03 ESU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT03 ESU shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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