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RG02 KGK

2002 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,896 mi
Last recorded38,896 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2022
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG02 KGK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2022 38,896 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 36,701 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 13 Oct 2021 36,701 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil filter very rusty

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 36,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre wear 1.6 mm recorded either side of tyre centre groove incorrect presures can cause this pattern of wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear brake fluid on minimum level mark

Pass 17 May 2018 31,036 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 31,036 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2017 30,966 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 30,966 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 30,715 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 30,472 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 30,246 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 30,067 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 29,772 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2011 29,276 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 29,276 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 17,571 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 3,411 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 1,462 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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RG02 KGK is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RG02 KGK, 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 RG02 KGK registered?

RG02 KGK is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 27 March 2002.

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