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SF03 OVM

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

13,245 mi
Last recorded13,245 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 OVM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2018 13,245 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2017 13,117 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (fork seal) (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 12,772 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 12,498 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Centre Front Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 12,498 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 11,949 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 11,949 miles

Nearside Front Upper Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Fail 29 Mar 2011 11,688 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp insecure (1.3.3b)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 11,688 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 11,478 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 11,478 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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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SF03 OVM is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 SF03 OVM, 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.

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What year was SF03 OVM registered?

SF03 OVM is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 April 2003.

Is SF03 OVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF03 OVM 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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