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MK03 KFJ

2003 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

33,041 mi
Last recorded33,041 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK03 KFJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 33,041 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 30,186 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jan 2017 26,425 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 26,425 miles

Front Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

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

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Jan 2016 22,253 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2013 21,415 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 May 2013 21,415 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 20,808 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 20,344 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 20,344 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 18,731 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 18,306 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2007 17,250 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 13,888 miles

Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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MK03 KFJ is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MK03 KFJ, 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 MK03 KFJ registered?

MK03 KFJ is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is MK03 KFJ safe to buy?

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