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DX03 BHN

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

38,491 mi
Last recorded38,491 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 BHN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2019 38,491 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2019 38,491 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Dec 2018 36,290 miles

Front Mudguard cracked, not likely to affect handling

Heads stock bearings are slightly notchy

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 35,183 miles

Exhaust clamp Broken

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 33,914 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2015 32,116 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 32,116 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 32,057 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 30,006 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 13 Sep 2012 30,006 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 25,918 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2010 20,425 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 11 Jun 2010 20,425 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 8 May 2009 17,465 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 May 2009 17,465 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 16,755 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 15,729 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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DX03 BHN is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 DX03 BHN, 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 DX03 BHN registered?

DX03 BHN is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is DX03 BHN safe to buy?

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