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AU05 XGW

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,387 mi
Last recorded33,387 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 XGW
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 33,387 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 32,760 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2024 31,673 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 30,697 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 29,127 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 27,998 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 27,566 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2017 26,971 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 May 2017 26,971 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 7 May 2016 26,003 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 25,522 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2014 23,982 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 23,127 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 19 Nov 2012 23,127 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 19,947 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 17,290 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 17,290 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 16 Mar 2009 13,221 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 13,221 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 3,771 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear tyre has a deep cut but not exposing cords

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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AU05 XGW is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AU05 XGW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU05 XGW registered?

AU05 XGW is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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