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EX55 YCE

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

49,162 mi
Last recorded49,162 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 YCE
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 49,162 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 48,382 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread numberplate cracked but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 48,337 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear numberplate cracked, does not affect reading of letters/numbers

Pass 13 Nov 2019 47,691 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 42,702 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2017 35,040 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 34,902 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2015 34,563 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil r/h (2.3.3)

Motorcycle structure excessively distorted (6.1.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 27,454 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 19,808 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 17,564 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 5,168 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 4,943 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 4,739 miles

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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EX55 YCE is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 EX55 YCE, 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

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What year was EX55 YCE registered?

EX55 YCE is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is EX55 YCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 YCE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX55 YCE have outstanding finance?

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