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FX04 YDJ

2004 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

14,745 mi
Last recorded14,745 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX04 YDJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 14,745 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 14,990 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2025 14,990 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Jul 2025 14,685 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2024 14,391 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 13,073 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 10,608 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 9,745 miles

Offside Front exhaust stud missing but not leaking gases from this area

Offside Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Jan 2021 9,745 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front exhaust stud missing but not leaking gases from this area

Offside Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 8,990 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 8,539 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 7,864 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 7,168 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 7,168 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 6,488 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 5,683 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 21 Feb 2009 5,683 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 4,931 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 4,931 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 3,869 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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FX04 YDJ is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 FX04 YDJ, 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

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What year was FX04 YDJ registered?

FX04 YDJ is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 30 April 2004.

Is FX04 YDJ safe to buy?

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