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EU03 LPY

2003 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

32,756 mi
Last recorded32,756 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2011
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU03 LPY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2011 32,756 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 32,756 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 27,225 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 27,225 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 22,368 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 22,368 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 17,497 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2008 17,497 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Fail 25 Mar 2008 17,497 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2006 10,068 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 10,068 miles

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

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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EU03 LPY is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 EU03 LPY, 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 EU03 LPY registered?

EU03 LPY is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is EU03 LPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU03 LPY shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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