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EU03 LUH

2003 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

52,835 mi
Last recorded52,835 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda CB50021,724 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU03 LUH
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 52,835 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 52,788 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 52,726 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 52,528 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 51,861 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Front slight splits on tyre

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 11 Apr 2022 51,861 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Front slight splits on tyre

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 51,795 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2017 51,781 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 51,671 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 51,671 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

front disc has slight corrosion

swinging arm bearing has movement

Pass 2 Apr 2015 51,227 miles

front disc has slight corrosion

rear tyre as slight cracking to tread

Fail 2 Apr 2015 51,227 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

front disc has slight corrosion

rear tyre as slight cracking to tread

Pass 29 Apr 2009 47,578 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 40,003 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 31,278 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 23,068 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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EU03 LUH is a 2003 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EU03 LUH, 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 LUH registered?

EU03 LUH is a 2003 Honda CB500, first registered on 10 April 2003.

Is EU03 LUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU03 LUH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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