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RL02 VTY

2002 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

14,189 mi
Last recorded14,189 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL02 VTY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 14,189 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slight knotch in centre (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2026 14,189 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slight knotch in centre (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2016 14,012 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 13,867 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 13,281 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 13,821 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 13,115 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 12,095 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 9,285 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2006 6,238 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 3,741 miles

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

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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RL02 VTY is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RL02 VTY, 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 RL02 VTY registered?

RL02 VTY is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 2 August 2002.

Is RL02 VTY safe to buy?

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