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WK02 YFJ

2002 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

55,781 mi
Last recorded55,781 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK02 YFJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 55,781 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 55,530 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 55,257 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 54,906 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 54,248 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 53,209 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 52,552 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 51,398 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 50,513 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2016 48,644 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 45,892 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 42,727 miles

small cut in rear tyre

Pass 13 Jul 2013 38,199 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 37,624 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 37,460 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 34,115 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 34,088 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2007 34,068 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 28,997 miles

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

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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WK02 YFJ 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 WK02 YFJ, 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 WK02 YFJ registered?

WK02 YFJ is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 26 July 2002.

Is WK02 YFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK02 YFJ 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.

Does WK02 YFJ have outstanding finance?

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