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AO54 GUD

2004 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

37,754 mi
Last recorded37,754 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2024
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO54 GUD
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2024 37,754 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 37,607 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2021 37,602 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 35,851 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 34,302 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 34,292 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 31,054 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Mar 2014 30,577 miles

Corrosion at engine mountings.

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 30,577 miles

Corrosion at engine mountings.

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

Pass 29 Sep 2009 27,820 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2009 27,630 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 22,396 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 15,371 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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AO54 GUD is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 22,059 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 AO54 GUD, 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 22 years old, this Honda CBF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO54 GUD registered?

AO54 GUD is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 28 September 2004.

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