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EF03 HEV

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

34,846 mi
Last recorded34,846 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF03 HEV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2016 34,846 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 34,820 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 34,817 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 34,775 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 34,672 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 34,622 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 34,146 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 32,966 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 27,139 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 27,139 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2007 21,195 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 21,195 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 15,694 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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EF03 HEV is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 EF03 HEV, 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 EF03 HEV registered?

EF03 HEV is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 16 June 2003.

Is EF03 HEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF03 HEV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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