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AO05 ULB

2005 Honda Cb 1300 SA-5

White Petrol 1284cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,426 mi
Last recorded7,426 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda Cb 1300 SA-517,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 ULB
MakeHonda
ModelCb 1300 SA-5
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,284cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 7,426 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 7,405 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 7,391 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 7,372 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 7,351 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2021 7,351 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2020 7,346 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 7,303 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 7,193 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 7,110 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 7,105 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 6,854 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 6,813 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 6,087 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 May 2013 6,087 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 5,388 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 5,388 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 3,511 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 3,212 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 2,650 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 2,497 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 1300 SA-5?

Based on 4,759 MOT tests across 375 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
952
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 37
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 27
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 13
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 13
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AO05 ULB is a 2005 Honda Cb 1300 SA-5 in White with a 1,284cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Honda Cb 1300 SA-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 17,017 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 Cb 1300 SA-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO05 ULB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 1300 SA-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Cb 1300 SA-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO05 ULB registered?

AO05 ULB is a 2005 Honda Cb 1300 SA-5, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is AO05 ULB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO05 ULB shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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