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ML02 LTK

2002 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

31,000 mi
Last recorded31,000 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML02 LTK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 31,000 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 30,537 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 30,045 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 29,842 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 29,199 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 28,679 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 27,964 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 27,251 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 26,302 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 25,190 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 23,227 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 21,685 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2014 21,685 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2013 20,156 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 18,978 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 17,448 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 16,614 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 15,112 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 13,818 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 May 2007 12,568 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 10,476 miles
Pass 24 May 2005 8,825 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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ML02 LTK is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 ML02 LTK, 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 ML02 LTK registered?

ML02 LTK is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 23 May 2002.

Is ML02 LTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML02 LTK shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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