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WV03 FVZ

2003 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

32,249 mi
Last recorded32,249 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV03 FVZ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2023 32,249 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Nearside Riders footpeg anti slip missing

Rear Indicators bent inwards

Pass 26 Apr 2022 30,431 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 26 Apr 2022 30,431 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 13 May 2021 27,866 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 25,857 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 19,129 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 9,764 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 9,242 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Jul 2017 9,242 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 8,100 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 8,100 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Handlebar deformed mount (2.1.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 7,151 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 6,755 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 6,220 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 6,140 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 5,742 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 5,462 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 4,942 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 1 May 2007 4,733 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 4,171 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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WV03 FVZ is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 WV03 FVZ, 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.

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What year was WV03 FVZ registered?

WV03 FVZ is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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