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LV03 VPP

2003 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,755 mi
Last recorded44,755 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV03 VPP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2021 44,755 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 44,655 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 44,521 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 44,480 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Mar 2017 44,480 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated swing arm bushes have excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly sticks open on right hand lock (6.2.1f)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 44,247 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 42,173 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 20 Mar 2013 42,173 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 39,634 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 33,212 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 29,281 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2009 29,281 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2008 28,998 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2007 28,905 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 24,821 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 VPP is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VPP, 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 LV03 VPP registered?

LV03 VPP is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 2 April 2003.

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