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WR03 MVG

2003 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

42,508 mi
Last recorded42,508 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR03 MVG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 42,508 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 37,487 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2021 34,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 33,433 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 31,330 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 3 Jun 2019 31,330 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2018 30,418 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 27,203 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 26,181 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))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 24,031 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 23,843 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 23,013 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 21,753 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 15,568 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 8,002 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 6,822 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 5,525 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 4,003 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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WR03 MVG is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2003 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 21,724 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 WR03 MVG, 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 23 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 WR03 MVG registered?

WR03 MVG is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 June 2003.

Is WR03 MVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR03 MVG shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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