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AO05 YTJ

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

67,293 mi
Last recorded67,293 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 YTJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 67,293 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 67,260 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust blowing slightly at cylinder head (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Jun 2020 67,260 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust blowing slightly at cylinder head (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm Rear tyre replaced (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 65,798 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 65,798 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 64,971 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 64,971 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

front mudguard loose

Pass 27 Feb 2017 4,555 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 4,555 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2016 57,350 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 57,350 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 52,679 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 51,074 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 49,805 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 47,696 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 45,798 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 43,008 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 41,070 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 28,693 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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AO05 YTJ is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO05 YTJ, 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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What year was AO05 YTJ registered?

AO05 YTJ is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 17 June 2005.

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