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EF05 XUA

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,819 mi
Last recorded86,819 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2009
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 XUA
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2009 86,819 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 86,819 miles

Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 59,560 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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EF05 XUA is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 EF05 XUA, 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 EF05 XUA?

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What year was EF05 XUA registered?

EF05 XUA is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is EF05 XUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 XUA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF05 XUA have outstanding finance?

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