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BU05 OJW

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,948 mi
Last recorded8,948 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 OJW
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2025 8,948 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 8,390 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 8,093 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 7,374 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 6,447 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 5,754 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 5,319 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 4,946 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 3,521 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 1,938 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 723 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 699 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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BU05 OJW is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BU05 OJW, 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

How do I check the history of BU05 OJW?

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What year was BU05 OJW registered?

BU05 OJW is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is BU05 OJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 OJW shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU05 OJW have outstanding finance?

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