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WX03 HZG

2003 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

65,381 mi
Last recorded65,381 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX03 HZG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2016 65,381 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 63,420 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 62,771 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 May 2013 58,049 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 52,323 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 50,731 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 46,592 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 43,856 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Mar 2009 43,852 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 40,415 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 25 Mar 2008 40,332 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 6,412 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 6,412 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2005 73,220 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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WX03 HZG is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 WX03 HZG, 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 WX03 HZG registered?

WX03 HZG is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 April 2003.

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