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BU05 PZB

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,392 mi
Last recorded52,392 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 PZB
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 52,392 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 50,590 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2024 50,545 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 May 2023 48,432 miles

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

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

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

Fail 26 May 2023 48,432 miles

Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2022 42,999 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 37,605 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 35,953 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 35,879 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 34,430 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 33,118 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 31,064 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 28,761 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 26,256 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 24,077 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 20,773 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 18,454 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 13,936 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 15 Jul 2010 13,929 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 10,204 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 8,197 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 PZB is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PZB, 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.

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What year was BU05 PZB registered?

BU05 PZB is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 7 July 2005.

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