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RY02 TPV

2002 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

9,340 mi
Last recorded9,340 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2020
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY02 TPV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2020 9,340 miles

Brake binding but not excessively front brake (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front exhaust pipes, slight deterioration

tape on headlamp lens

Fail 29 Feb 2020 9,340 miles

Brake binding but not excessively front brake (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right kick up on the o/s (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front exhaust pipes, slight deterioration

tape on headlamp lens

Fail 16 Apr 2019 9,339 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Headlamp aim too high kick up on o/s (4.1.2 (a))

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 8,604 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive cush drive rubbers (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 8,211 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 6,707 miles

rear pads need changing asap oil mist on left hand fork leg front brake light sticky exhaust headers very rusty could start leaking anytime

Pass 23 Sep 2013 749 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2013 749 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 95,167 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 95,156 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2006 75,290 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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RY02 TPV is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 RY02 TPV, 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 RY02 TPV registered?

RY02 TPV is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 11 June 2002.

Is RY02 TPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY02 TPV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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