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OY03 OGK

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,308 mi
Last recorded16,308 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY03 OGK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2025 16,308 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 13,611 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 11,595 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 10,448 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 8,762 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 6,431 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 6,089 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 6,041 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 5,902 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 4,148 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 4,021 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 3,915 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 3,619 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 3,393 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 2,645 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 1,935 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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OY03 OGK is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 OY03 OGK, 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 OY03 OGK registered?

OY03 OGK is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is OY03 OGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY03 OGK shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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