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LV03 VPM

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

44,064 mi
Last recorded44,064 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV03 VPM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 44,064 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Fail 5 Aug 2025 44,064 miles

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))

Pass 1 Jun 2024 44,059 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 44,059 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 44,058 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 41,982 miles

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))

Fail 6 Sep 2019 41,982 miles

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))

Fail 27 Aug 2019 41,826 miles

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))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 37,051 miles

fuel cap sealing ring deteriorated

Fail 29 Aug 2018 37,044 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

fuel cap sealing ring deteriorated

Fail 24 Jul 2018 36,993 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2017 31,167 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 28,551 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2013 26,056 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Fail 16 Feb 2013 26,056 miles

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))

Pass 4 Oct 2011 23,166 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 19,224 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 19,224 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 17,915 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 16,288 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2007 14,640 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 11,472 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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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.

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