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FY04 XBZ

2004 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

37,275 mi
Last recorded37,275 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY04 XBZ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 37,275 miles

Exhaust clamp broken at silencer but silencer still secure

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

Pass 21 Mar 2025 37,252 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2024 37,238 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2024 37,231 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 37,193 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2022 37,193 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 37,166 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 37,100 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 36,853 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 36,532 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

front mudguard cracked

seized chain link

Fail 21 Apr 2018 36,532 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

front mudguard cracked

seized chain link

Pass 15 Apr 2017 35,695 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 34,706 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 33,199 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 31,887 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 29,809 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 27,225 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 24,232 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 21,464 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 18,572 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 15,634 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 11,328 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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FY04 XBZ is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FY04 XBZ, 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 FY04 XBZ registered?

FY04 XBZ is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 14 May 2004.

Is FY04 XBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY04 XBZ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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