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WR02 UDB

2002 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,967 mi
Last recorded49,967 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR02 UDB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 49,967 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 48,532 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 47,474 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 46,332 miles

Cracks in rear tyre sidewall not exposing ply.

Fail 21 Jul 2022 46,332 miles

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Cracks in rear tyre sidewall not exposing ply.

Pass 9 Sep 2021 44,668 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 44,658 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 44,658 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 43,579 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 2 Mar 2019 43,579 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 41,968 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2018 41,968 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2017 39,961 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2016 38,045 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 38,045 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2015 36,039 miles

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

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

Rear tyre cracking.

Fail 7 Mar 2015 36,037 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Rear tyre cracking.

Pass 8 Mar 2014 34,138 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 29,761 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 29,761 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2012 24,443 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 20,298 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2010 17,983 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 14,478 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 9,496 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 4,577 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 4,430 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 May 2006 4,430 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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WR02 UDB is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WR02 UDB, 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 WR02 UDB registered?

WR02 UDB is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 24 May 2002.

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