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CW05 NXZ

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

25,492 mi
Last recorded25,492 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW05 NXZ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2022 25,492 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear swinging arm corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2022 25,492 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened front forks pitted (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front front and rear tyers flat

Front front oil filter very rusty need new one as soon as possible

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear swinging arm very rusty but structure ok needs treated as soon as possible to prevent further corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

battery flat

Pass 2 Mar 2021 25,485 miles

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

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion around the swingarm and mainstand area. Structure appears sound underneath. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Throttle control is slow to return to it's idle position.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 24,802 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear footpegs very stiff in operation.

Fail 28 Feb 2020 24,802 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear footpegs very stiff in operation.

Pass 8 Mar 2019 23,028 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2019 23,028 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 20,766 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 17,264 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 17,263 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 17,217 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 11 May 2013 17,217 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 17,045 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 16,031 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 12,944 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 12,944 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 9,798 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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CW05 NXZ is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CW05 NXZ, 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 CW05 NXZ registered?

CW05 NXZ is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 26 August 2005.

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