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BF04 FFM

2004 Honda CBF600

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

178 mi
Last recorded178 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF60019,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF04 FFM
MakeHonda
ModelCBF600
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 178 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 3 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 62,949 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2023 62,949 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 56,831 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 55,626 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 54,720 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 50,888 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 50,360 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 48,547 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 48,538 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 47,196 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 47,196 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 45,545 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2015 45,545 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 33,973 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 27,717 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2012 23,438 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 28 Jul 2012 23,438 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 18,522 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 18,522 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2010 17,468 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 17,464 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Jul 2009 13,993 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 9,438 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2008 9,438 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 2,715 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBF600?

Based on 51,353 MOT tests across 4,122 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
1,196
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 612
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 503
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 260
wheel bearings have excessive free play 254
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BF04 FFM is a 2004 Honda CBF600 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 19,006 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 CBF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 612 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF04 FFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Honda CBF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BF04 FFM is a 2004 Honda CBF600, first registered on 19 May 2004.

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