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RF02 ZGW

2002 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

89,888 mi
Last recorded89,888 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2014
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF02 ZGW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2014 89,888 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2013 81,341 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 72,547 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 72,547 miles

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

Front Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 65,265 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 65,265 miles

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

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 58,000 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2010 58,000 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Fail 21 Jan 2009 51,681 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 51,681 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 45,786 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 45,786 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 43,497 miles

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

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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RF02 ZGW is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 RF02 ZGW, 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.

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What year was RF02 ZGW registered?

RF02 ZGW is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 17 April 2002.

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