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WU52 VZV

2002 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,757 mi
Last recorded50,757 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU52 VZV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2015 50,757 miles

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

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Fail 9 Apr 2015 50,757 miles

Front Upper Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

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

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 47,822 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 41,396 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 38,990 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 32,923 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 32,923 miles

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 30,139 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 27,138 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 18,547 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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WU52 VZV is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WU52 VZV, 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 WU52 VZV registered?

WU52 VZV is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 19 September 2002.

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