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EN04 XWZ

2004 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,399 mi
Last recorded40,399 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN04 XWZ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 40,399 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 38,485 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 37,736 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 37,721 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

suspension components and the frame are covered in paint

Fail 13 Jul 2022 37,721 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working brake control one (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

suspension components and the frame are covered in paint

Pass 26 Apr 2018 36,596 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 35,974 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 32,633 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 31,259 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 28,155 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 23,672 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 18 Jul 2008 13,989 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 13,989 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 8,823 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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EN04 XWZ is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 22,059 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 EN04 XWZ, 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 22 years old, this Honda CBF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EN04 XWZ registered?

EN04 XWZ is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 10 July 2004.

Is EN04 XWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN04 XWZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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