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YB02 DFK

2002 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

27,547 mi
Last recorded27,547 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB02 DFK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023 27,547 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 27,291 miles

Front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

headlamp masker kit fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2021 27,031 miles

engine idle speed high

front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

rear footbrake travel

Fail 1 Jul 2021 27,031 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

engine idle speed high

front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

rear footbrake travel

Pass 16 Jul 2020 26,492 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 26,390 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 26,390 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 23,831 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 23,831 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 20,595 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2012 17,957 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 30 Oct 2012 17,957 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 25 Oct 2011 15,404 miles

Corrosion to front aluminium brake pipe fittings.

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 15,404 miles

Corrosion to front aluminium brake pipe fittings.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 24 Mar 2011 15,399 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Anodised aluminium banjo bolts fitted to both front & rear brake calipers

Cooling fan very corroded

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Nearside radiator hose clip very corroded

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 14 Oct 2008 14,608 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp bezel bent

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear shock absorbers slightly corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2008 14,608 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Headlamp bezel bent

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear shock absorbers slightly corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2007 10,544 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 6,585 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

brake hoses have alloy fittings which are not reccomended for road use

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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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YB02 DFK is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 YB02 DFK, 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 YB02 DFK registered?

YB02 DFK is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 22 July 2002.

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