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RK51 WDV

2002 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

27,905 mi
Last recorded27,905 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2021
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK51 WDV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2021 27,905 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2021 27,905 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 17,767 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 17,181 miles

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

Front brake lever short

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

Rear tyre slightly perrished

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

clutch lever short

Pass 9 Jul 2015 15,177 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 13,640 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 10,895 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 7,081 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 6,279 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 4,244 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 4,222 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 3,693 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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RK51 WDV is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 RK51 WDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK51 WDV registered?

RK51 WDV is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 February 2002.

Is RK51 WDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK51 WDV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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