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DG05 KYS

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

55,154 mi
Last recorded55,154 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 KYS
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 55,154 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2026 55,154 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Fail 8 Apr 2026 55,154 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Apr 2025 51,864 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2023 49,007 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 46,124 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 43,183 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 40,910 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 39,491 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 36,547 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Aug 2018 36,503 miles

Central Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock radiator guards (2.1.4 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 May 2017 34,271 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 31,432 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 28,427 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2015 28,427 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 25,647 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 25,647 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 20 May 2013 14,391 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 14,391 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 23,298 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 23,267 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Dive chain links seized.

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

Pass 29 Jan 2010 18,873 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 16,065 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 22 Jan 2009 16,065 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Upper Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 12,774 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 12,774 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 Jan 2008 12,728 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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DG05 KYS is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 DG05 KYS, 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 DG05 KYS registered?

DG05 KYS is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 12 March 2005.

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