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YX03 VHW

2003 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

25,623 mi
Last recorded25,623 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 VHW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 25,623 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 20,503 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2017 20,503 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 19,519 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 15,915 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 13,123 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 13,123 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 11,846 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 11,846 miles

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

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 23 Jan 2009 9,482 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2009 9,482 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 6,594 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 6,542 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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YX03 VHW 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 64.3%.

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 YX03 VHW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX03 VHW registered?

YX03 VHW is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 8 March 2003.

Is YX03 VHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX03 VHW shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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