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BL04 XLF

2004 Honda CBF250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

20,454 mi
Last recorded20,454 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF25012,140 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL04 XLF
MakeHonda
ModelCBF250
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 20,454 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 18,626 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2025 18,622 miles

Central Rear Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 18,164 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 15,654 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 12,281 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 7,861 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 7,192 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 6,521 miles

Front tyre cracking

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 6,223 miles

Both tyres slightly perished

Pass 1 Jun 2017 6,086 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 6,009 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 5,856 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 5,797 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 5,603 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 5,394 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 5,084 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 4,759 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 4,043 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 3,210 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 2,303 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBF250?

Based on 8,978 MOT tests across 742 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
715
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
742
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 85
Drive chain excessively loose 82
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 79
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 47
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BL04 XLF is a 2004 Honda CBF250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 12,140 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBF250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BL04 XLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF250 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Honda CBF250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BL04 XLF registered?

BL04 XLF is a 2004 Honda CBF250, first registered on 25 June 2004.

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The MOT history for BL04 XLF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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