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NU52 MUC

2002 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,241 mi
Last recorded73,241 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU52 MUC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 73,241 miles

Slight play in rear swing arm front bush

Fail 17 Jun 2024 73,241 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Slight play in rear swing arm front bush

Pass 23 Jun 2023 70,876 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 66,645 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Rear pads (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2021 62,521 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 61,284 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 61,284 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2019 60,006 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose sprocket carrier cush drive slightly worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 59,831 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 59,451 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 59,188 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 59,170 miles

Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 56,210 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 56,210 miles

Rear Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 55,505 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2011 54,522 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 50,784 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 50,784 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 45,473 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 24,574 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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NU52 MUC is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NU52 MUC, 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 NU52 MUC registered?

NU52 MUC is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 September 2002.

Is NU52 MUC safe to buy?

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