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NX03 OTJ

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,606 mi
Last recorded46,606 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX03 OTJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 46,606 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2024 45,535 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 44,687 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Dec 2023 44,568 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2022 39,585 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 38,860 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2020 36,446 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 34,502 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 31,588 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 29,402 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 24,634 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 19,859 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 19,843 miles

Nearside Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2012 19,821 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 19,285 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 19,275 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 17,970 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Jul 2009 16,328 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 16,328 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 13,274 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 12,782 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 9,589 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 9,589 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 7,126 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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NX03 OTJ is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NX03 OTJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NX03 OTJ registered?

NX03 OTJ is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 June 2003.

Is NX03 OTJ safe to buy?

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