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BG05 OPL

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,732 mi
Last recorded58,732 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 OPL
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 58,732 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 57,087 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2023 56,554 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 56,554 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 50,037 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2021 50,037 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 42,407 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 42,407 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 33,829 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 32,672 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 31,655 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 30,533 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 27,806 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 26,297 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 2,625 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 25,970 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 23,902 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 19,030 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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BG05 OPL is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BG05 OPL, 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 BG05 OPL registered?

BG05 OPL is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is BG05 OPL safe to buy?

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