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WR02 VMM

2002 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2024
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

42,858 mi
Last recorded42,858 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2023
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR02 VMM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2023 42,858 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 41,718 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 34,570 miles

Exhaust noisy Baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Front Has a cut but not deep enough to see cord

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

Fail 18 Jan 2021 34,570 miles

Exhaust noisy Baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Front Has a cut but not deep enough to see cord

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 34,483 miles

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

Front cut in front tyre not deep enough to reduce structure or expose cords

Fail 6 Sep 2019 34,364 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy dangerous (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front cut in front tyre not deep enough to reduce structure or expose cords

Pass 7 Jul 2018 33,229 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2018 33,229 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2017 32,545 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2016 31,537 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 31,241 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 12 Jun 2015 31,241 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 30,220 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 Jun 2014 30,220 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2013 29,570 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 29,568 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 27,175 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2012 27,175 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2011 25,418 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 25,418 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 23,377 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 22,897 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 22,650 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 19,404 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 15,523 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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WR02 VMM is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 VMM, 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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WR02 VMM is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 June 2002.

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