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GL54 CNF

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

39,810 mi
Last recorded39,810 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL54 CNF
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2023 39,810 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 38,330 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 37,661 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 37,661 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2016 37,519 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

exhaust stud missing

Pass 20 Oct 2015 36,872 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 36,710 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 34,410 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 25,080 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 19,934 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 Jan 2009 14,017 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 14,017 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 9,195 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 9,195 miles

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

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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GL54 CNF 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 78.6%.

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 GL54 CNF, 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 GL54 CNF registered?

GL54 CNF is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 8 January 2005.

Is GL54 CNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL54 CNF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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