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VO02 FCF

2002 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

81,182 mi
Last recorded81,182 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2022
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO02 FCF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2022 81,182 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 78,187 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 76,926 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 76,926 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Dec 2017 72,595 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 66,742 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 66,742 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2015 59,111 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2015 59,111 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2014 53,078 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2014 53,078 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2013 46,006 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 46,006 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 40,785 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 36,379 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 23,309 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 8,425 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 6,265 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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VO02 FCF is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 VO02 FCF, 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.

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What year was VO02 FCF registered?

VO02 FCF is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 8 June 2002.

Is VO02 FCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO02 FCF shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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