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YX02 NDK

2002 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,251 mi
Last recorded19,251 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX02 NDK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 19,251 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 17,159 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 9 Sep 2023 17,210 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level close to lower level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

exhaust hitting swingarm

handle bars hitting fairing

headlamp flash not working

rear brake pipe slightly insecure

Pass 22 Jul 2022 14,774 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 49,677 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 45,228 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 40,159 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 39,423 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 39,232 miles

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 24 Mar 2017 39,232 miles

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 38,593 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 35,616 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 30,231 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 25,503 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 56,000 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jun 2010 50,392 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 44,520 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 40,577 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 37,578 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 34,614 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2006 34,614 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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YX02 NDK is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 YX02 NDK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX02 NDK registered?

YX02 NDK is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 23 August 2002.

Is YX02 NDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX02 NDK shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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