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AK55 BJF

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

65,392 mi
Last recorded65,392 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 BJF
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2024 65,392 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 65,221 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front mud guard missing

Fail 5 Oct 2022 65,221 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated fork oil (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated fork oil (1.1.13 (b))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2021 61,173 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 23 Aug 2021 61,173 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 54,142 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2019 50,292 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2018 46,178 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 39,529 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 35,128 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 29,563 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 23,911 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 18,641 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 11,526 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 7,365 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 7,365 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 6,926 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 6,732 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 4,600 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBF500?

Based on 20,608 MOT tests across 1,723 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
1,444
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
1,723
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 310
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 217
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 163
wheel bearings have excessive free play 151
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 144
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AK55 BJF is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2005 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 22,166 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBF500 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 310 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK55 BJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF500 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Honda CBF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AK55 BJF is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 2 November 2005.

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