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RY02 UBH

2002 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

53,126 mi
Last recorded53,126 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY02 UBH
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 53,126 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 52,933 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 49,090 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2022 40,237 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 38,690 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 37,126 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 37,126 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 35,686 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 33,221 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 30,728 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 28,353 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 25,543 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 23,336 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 23,336 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 23,326 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 23,224 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 22,149 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 22,149 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 20,465 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2008 16,084 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 16,069 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 14,951 miles

1 Back tyre is close to legal limit. †2 Rear brake pads are minimum standard to pass MOT test. †3 Drive chain is too loose.

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

Pass 26 Jun 2006 14,951 miles

1 Back tyre is close to legal limit. †2 Rear brake pads are minimum standard to pass MOT test. †3 Drive chain is too loose.

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 UBH is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 UBH, 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 UBH registered?

RY02 UBH is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 10 July 2002.

Is RY02 UBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY02 UBH shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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