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RJ03 MMA

2003 Honda CB500

Grey Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ03 MMA
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2020
Pass 1 Jul 2015 49,710 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

both rear shocks corroded

Fail 30 Jun 2015 49,699 miles

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

both rear shocks corroded

Fail 14 Jun 2014 44,624 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 44,624 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 3 Jul 2013 39,236 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 39,236 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 38,353 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2011 31,618 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 31,618 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 22,752 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 12,936 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 12,931 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2008 842 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 842 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2007 730 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 449 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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RJ03 MMA is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 RJ03 MMA, 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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RJ03 MMA is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 June 2003.

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