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DE04 UHV

2004 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

16,167 mi
Last recorded16,167 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE04 UHV
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 16,167 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a light misting of oil near side for seal misting oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive drive chain close to adjustment advise change for new chain sprocket kit (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 15,886 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 12,415 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 10,962 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 10,270 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 10,080 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 9,578 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 9,578 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 18 May 2017 9,221 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 8,220 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 7,558 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 7,227 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 6,605 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 6,092 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 5,767 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 5,332 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 4,935 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 4,437 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 3,670 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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DE04 UHV is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 22,059 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 DE04 UHV, 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 22 years old, this Honda CBF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DE04 UHV registered?

DE04 UHV is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 28 June 2004.

Is DE04 UHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE04 UHV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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