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LY03 GMX

2003 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

60,005 mi
Last recorded60,005 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY03 GMX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2021 60,005 miles

slight play in foot pedal bracket bushes

slight play in rear shocky bushes

Pass 29 Jul 2020 59,948 miles

rear brake noisey

Pass 27 Jul 2019 59,882 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 59,792 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 59,726 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working all (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Motorcycle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering swinging arm (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2017 59,408 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 56,675 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 54,703 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 51,410 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 46,550 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 42,749 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2012 42,749 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 39,141 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 36,004 miles

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

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 32,504 miles

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

Front brake dragging slightly.

Pass 9 Aug 2008 29,239 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 6 Aug 2007 16,563 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 16,563 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2006 12,952 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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LY03 GMX is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LY03 GMX, 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 LY03 GMX registered?

LY03 GMX is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 23 May 2003.

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