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WK52 TKN

2002 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

62,868 mi
Last recorded62,868 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK52 TKN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 62,868 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2026 62,868 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 60,748 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 58,421 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 56,283 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 53,772 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 49,728 miles

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2021 49,728 miles

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 49,675 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded brake pads (3.1.5)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 45,500 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 41,095 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 36,753 miles

rear tyre has very slight sidewall cracking

Pass 27 Aug 2013 30,270 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 25,848 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 20,958 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 16,364 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 11,409 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 5,976 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 4,238 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 3,054 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 1,805 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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WK52 TKN is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 WK52 TKN, 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 WK52 TKN registered?

WK52 TKN is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 2 September 2002.

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