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EF03 UJW

2003 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

29,842 mi
Last recorded29,842 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF03 UJW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 29,842 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 29,841 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 29,161 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 28,152 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2018 28,152 miles

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 22,965 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 13,091 miles

Offside Rear Brake reaction plate flexes when brake is applied

Fail 26 Feb 2016 13,091 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake reaction plate flexes when brake is applied

Pass 8 Apr 2011 13,058 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 12,966 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 12,883 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 12,883 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 12,847 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 12,716 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 UJW 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 78.6%.

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 EF03 UJW, 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

How do I check the history of EF03 UJW?

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What year was EF03 UJW registered?

EF03 UJW is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 27 May 2003.

Is EF03 UJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF03 UJW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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