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GJ05 HDC

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,143 mi
Last recorded14,143 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 HDC
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 14,143 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 13,598 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 12,818 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 11,591 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 10,715 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 10,281 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 9,514 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 8,959 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 8,715 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 8,207 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 8,207 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 7,878 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 6,644 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 4,236 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 HDC is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GJ05 HDC, 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.

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What year was GJ05 HDC registered?

GJ05 HDC is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 26 March 2005.

Is GJ05 HDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ05 HDC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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