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RO02 VLA

2002 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,463 mi
Last recorded34,463 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2020
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO02 VLA
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2020 34,463 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 34,445 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 34,404 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 34,363 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 34,311 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 33,869 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2010 33,863 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 33,245 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 33,240 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 28,192 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Apr 2006 22,694 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 22,694 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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RO02 VLA 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 83.3%.

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 RO02 VLA, 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 RO02 VLA registered?

RO02 VLA is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 11 April 2002.

Is RO02 VLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO02 VLA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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