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FY55 XMR

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,214 mi
Last recorded28,214 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 XMR
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 28,214 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2025 28,200 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 26,358 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 23,860 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 22,290 miles

Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 22,284 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 22,266 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 22,013 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 22,013 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 21,728 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 21,723 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Car type valve fitted to front wheel

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

Pass 6 Nov 2014 21,460 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

front tyre valve car type fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2013 21,180 miles

front tyre valve car tyrpe fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2012 20,434 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 13,264 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 10,116 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 4,579 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 4,230 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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FY55 XMR is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FY55 XMR, 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 FY55 XMR registered?

FY55 XMR is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 6 October 2005.

Is FY55 XMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 XMR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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