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DN05 JFO

2005 Honda CBF250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

53,785 mi
Last recorded53,785 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF25011,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN05 JFO
MakeHonda
ModelCBF250
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 53,785 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2026 53,785 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2025 52,857 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 6 Jun 2024 51,757 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2023 50,708 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2023 50,708 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 49,569 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jun 2022 49,569 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 46,645 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 45,589 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 May 2017 45,589 miles

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2016 42,547 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 38,773 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 35,623 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 32,185 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 28,715 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 25,388 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 28,860 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 20,857 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2009 16,477 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 12,086 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBF250?

Based on 8,978 MOT tests across 742 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
715
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
742
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 85
Drive chain excessively loose 82
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 79
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 55
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 47
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DN05 JFO is a 2005 Honda CBF250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2005 Honda CBF250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 11,064 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 CBF250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DN05 JFO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF250 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Honda CBF250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DN05 JFO registered?

DN05 JFO is a 2005 Honda CBF250, first registered on 20 May 2005.

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