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GJ05 FGZ

2005 Honda CBF500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

28,740 mi
Last recorded28,740 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 FGZ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 28,740 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2025 28,610 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 27,643 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 May 2024 27,638 miles

Stop lamp not working not working on front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 27,453 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 27,053 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 24,672 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 23,199 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 22,927 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 17,249 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Apr 2016 17,025 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 16,612 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 16,241 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 15,694 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 13,177 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 11,227 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 10,208 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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GJ05 FGZ is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GJ05 FGZ, 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 GJ05 FGZ registered?

GJ05 FGZ is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is GJ05 FGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ05 FGZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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