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FM04 JOV

2004 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

35,356 mi
Last recorded35,356 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 JOV
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 35,356 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 33,196 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 32,204 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 31,442 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 28,280 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 28,193 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 26,048 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 24,463 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 23,274 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 23,274 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 21,702 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 19,403 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 17,876 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 15,944 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 14,013 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 12,395 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 10,149 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 7,874 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 5,166 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 2,895 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 1,925 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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FM04 JOV is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FM04 JOV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FM04 JOV?

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What year was FM04 JOV registered?

FM04 JOV is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 10 July 2004.

Is FM04 JOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM04 JOV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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