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GK55 YGD

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

45,036 mi
Last recorded45,036 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK55 YGD
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 45,036 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 45,018 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 44,984 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 44,946 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 44,854 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 44,669 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 43,478 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 14 Jan 2020 43,478 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2019 37,292 miles

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 1 Feb 2019 37,292 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 31,201 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 25,288 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 25,259 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 25,259 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 25,259 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2015 23,045 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 19,461 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2012 14,480 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 9,644 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 9,644 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 5,284 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 3,009 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 75 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 75 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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GK55 YGD is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 GK55 YGD, 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 GK55 YGD registered?

GK55 YGD is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 26 September 2005.

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