MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
44,064 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Forks deformed but serviceable twisted in yokes? (2.2.2 (d) (i))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front mudguard cracked
Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
LH fairing broken/sharp edges
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Forks deformed but serviceable twisted in yokes? (2.2.2 (d) (i))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front mudguard cracked
Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
LH fairing broken/sharp edges
Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure Chain adjuster locknuts loose (6.1.1 (b) (i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Brake disc fractured starting to crack (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Forks deformed but serviceable twisted in yokes? (2.2.2 (d) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
LH fairing broken/sharp edges
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
fuel cap sealing ring deteriorated
Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
fuel cap sealing ring deteriorated
Front Stop lamp not working control 1 front (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake grabbing severely suspect warped disc (1.2.1 (c))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
broken nsf fairing
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LV03 VPM is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 LV03 VPM, 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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LV03 VPM is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 27 March 2003.
Is LV03 VPM safe to buy?
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