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EF05 ETL

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

77,541 mi
Last recorded77,541 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 ETL
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2021 77,541 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 75,944 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 73,458 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 3 May 2017 71,812 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 71,765 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2016 71,765 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 18 May 2015 71,678 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 71,660 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 71,629 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 64,762 miles

Centre Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Centre Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Offside Front Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 54,863 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 18 Jun 2011 54,629 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 45,260 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 May 2009 34,561 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 24,260 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (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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EF05 ETL is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 EF05 ETL, 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 EF05 ETL registered?

EF05 ETL is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 3 June 2005.

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