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LY52 OFN

2002 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

21,095 mi
Last recorded21,095 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY52 OFN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 21,095 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2025 21,095 miles

Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Rear tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Oct 2025 21,095 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 20,342 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 19,816 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2023 19,786 miles

Brake disc fractured Rear brake disc fractured in multiple places, Replacement required (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Nov 2022 19,222 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 18,607 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 18,026 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 17,551 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 16,694 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2017 16,034 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 15,204 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 14,426 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swinging arm (6.1.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 13,849 miles

Front and rear tyres were excessively under-inflated

Pass 8 Nov 2013 12,732 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 12,732 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Oct 2012 11,807 miles

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

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 10,654 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 9,417 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 8,943 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 8,896 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 8,724 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 8,655 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2005 8,562 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2005 8,562 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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LY52 OFN is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2002 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 24,569 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 LY52 OFN, 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 24 years old, this Honda CB500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY52 OFN registered?

LY52 OFN is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 December 2002.

Is LY52 OFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY52 OFN shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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