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SN03 GVR

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

8,782 mi
Last recorded8,782 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN03 GVR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 8,782 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 8,713 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 8,635 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2023 8,618 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 8,260 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 5,976 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 5,973 miles

Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened front fork stanchions are pitted. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre tread is nearing the tread wear indicators (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2015 5,843 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 5,568 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 5,377 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 4,953 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 4,461 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 4,283 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 4,283 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 4,068 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 3,693 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 3,115 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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SN03 GVR is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SN03 GVR, 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 SN03 GVR registered?

SN03 GVR is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is SN03 GVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN03 GVR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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