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RA03 HXH

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

26,882 mi
Last recorded26,882 miles
Recorded on24 May 2011
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA03 HXH
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2011 26,882 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 26,882 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 24,378 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 21,860 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 20,366 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 May 2007 20,366 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2006 8,913 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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RA03 HXH is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RA03 HXH, 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.

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What year was RA03 HXH registered?

RA03 HXH is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 June 2003.

Is RA03 HXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA03 HXH shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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