CarVerify

Free Car Check

DV55 BHZ

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

44,505 mi
Last recorded44,505 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 BHZ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 44,505 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 44,125 miles
Fail 7 May 2025 44,107 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2024 43,825 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Apr 2024 43,825 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2023 43,248 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2022 41,235 miles

Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 7 Apr 2022 41,235 miles

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front throttle cables appear to be routed incorrectly,when on left lock cables are very taut although not affecting throttle operation

Front wiring coming from handlebars and tank area are loose,need secured

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 15 Apr 2021 39,220 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 36,233 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 31,290 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 25,925 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2017 25,870 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2016 19,895 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 14,450 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 12,186 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 11,279 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 10,071 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 7,866 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 7,040 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 5,954 miles

front(26 psi)and rear(20 psi)tyre pressures were low and have been re-inflated

Pass 29 Nov 2008 4,429 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
Full Honda CBF500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DV55 BHZ is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DV55 BHZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DV55 BHZ?

You can check the full history of DV55 BHZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DV55 BHZ registered?

DV55 BHZ is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 17 December 2005.

Is DV55 BHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV55 BHZ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DV55 BHZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DV55 BHZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.