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GJ55 EHZ

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,973 mi
Last recorded55,973 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 EHZ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 55,973 miles

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

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

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

Fail 11 Jul 2026 55,973 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2025 51,758 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2025 51,758 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Jul 2024 47,383 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 42,668 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 42,668 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2022 39,065 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2022 39,010 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 39,003 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 38,984 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 38,643 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 37,256 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 33,605 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 26,184 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 12,947 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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GJ55 EHZ is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 GJ55 EHZ, 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 GJ55 EHZ registered?

GJ55 EHZ is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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