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VU51 BWD

2002 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

34,576 mi
Last recorded34,576 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2015
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU51 BWD
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 Jun 2015 34,576 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 34,576 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 33,577 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 33,353 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 30,511 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 30,302 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 26,695 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 26,571 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 24,792 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 22,717 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 19,031 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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VU51 BWD is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 VU51 BWD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU51 BWD registered?

VU51 BWD is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is VU51 BWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU51 BWD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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