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SC02 LXR

2002 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

27,985 mi
Last recorded27,985 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC02 LXR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 27,985 miles

swing arm corrosion

Pass 29 Apr 2024 27,864 miles

swing arm corrosion

Pass 21 Apr 2023 27,762 miles

swing arm corrosion

main stand corrosion

Pass 21 Apr 2022 27,591 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 27,021 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened swingarm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2021 27,021 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened swingarm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2020 26,601 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 25,949 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 17 Apr 2019 25,949 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 1 May 2018 25,106 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 24,613 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 23,966 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 22,925 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 21,946 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 21,276 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 22 Feb 2013 21,275 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 20,530 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 20,530 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Feb 2011 18,770 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 17,601 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 16,621 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 15,549 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 13,914 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 38,257 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 11,935 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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SC02 LXR is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 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 SC02 LXR, 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 SC02 LXR registered?

SC02 LXR is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 22 June 2002.

Is SC02 LXR safe to buy?

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