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WF02 ESY

2002 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

45,157 mi
Last recorded45,157 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF02 ESY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 45,157 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 44,974 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 44,361 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 43,840 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 43,163 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 42,547 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 42,535 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2017 41,940 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 40,499 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 40,215 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear swing arm corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2013 37,992 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 34,963 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 310,709 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 27,800 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 25,013 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 21,535 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 17,883 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 14,205 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 11,224 miles

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

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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WF02 ESY is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 WF02 ESY, 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 WF02 ESY registered?

WF02 ESY is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 August 2002.

Is WF02 ESY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF02 ESY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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