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SB52 WBF

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,969 mi
Last recorded35,969 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB52 WBF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2024 35,969 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 May 2023 35,745 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 35,745 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 35,480 miles
Pass 3 May 2021 35,299 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 34,941 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 33,483 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 27,619 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 21,775 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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SB52 WBF is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 21,724 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 SB52 WBF, 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 23 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 SB52 WBF registered?

SB52 WBF is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 14 February 2003.

Is SB52 WBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB52 WBF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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