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ST52 LHP

2003 Honda CB500

Orange Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

25,518 mi
Last recorded25,518 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST52 LHP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 25,518 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 24,539 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 24,159 miles

Headlight convertor fitted at time of test

Pass 2 Aug 2022 22,650 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 2 Aug 2022 22,650 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 22,274 miles

headlight masked at time of test

Pass 22 Jul 2020 18,833 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 18,163 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 17,819 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

Pass 1 May 2010 11,879 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 8,140 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 8,140 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Pass 15 May 2008 6,813 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 May 2007 5,345 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 2,851 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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ST52 LHP is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Orange with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 ST52 LHP, 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 ST52 LHP registered?

ST52 LHP is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 February 2003.

Is ST52 LHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST52 LHP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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