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VIL 6423

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

21,976 mi
Last recorded21,976 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIL 6423
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 21,976 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 21,926 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 21,851 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 21,791 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 21,697 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 21,672 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 21,621 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 21,621 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 21,428 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 21,097 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 20,758 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 20,213 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 19,718 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 17,525 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 16,064 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 18 Aug 2010 16,064 miles

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 14,835 miles

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

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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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VIL 6423 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 VIL 6423, 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 VIL 6423 registered?

VIL 6423 is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is VIL 6423 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIL 6423 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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