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MK52 PTO

2002 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

25,455 mi
Last recorded25,455 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK52 PTO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 25,455 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Dec 2025 25,455 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 25,451 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 24,793 miles

Front Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear disc slight bent

Pass 5 Aug 2017 24,734 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 23,631 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 22,521 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 22,521 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 21,129 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 19,829 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 7 Aug 2013 19,829 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 17,806 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2012 16,234 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2011 11,290 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 11,290 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 11,006 miles

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

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 10,707 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 10,497 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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MK52 PTO is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 MK52 PTO, 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 MK52 PTO registered?

MK52 PTO is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 September 2002.

Is MK52 PTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK52 PTO shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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