CarVerify

Free Car Check

LW03 KXL

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

67,686 mi
Last recorded67,686 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW03 KXL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 67,686 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2020 67,542 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Jul 2020 67,533 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 67,178 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 66,638 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 66,159 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 65,467 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 64,458 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 55,377 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 45,856 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2013 45,855 miles

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)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 40,338 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 30,999 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 23,950 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 15 May 2008 14,462 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 7,029 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 5,549 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LW03 KXL is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LW03 KXL, 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

How do I check the history of LW03 KXL?

You can check the full history of LW03 KXL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LW03 KXL registered?

LW03 KXL is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is LW03 KXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW03 KXL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LW03 KXL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LW03 KXL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.