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GL54 CXP

2004 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

56,741 mi
Last recorded56,741 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL54 CXP
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 56,741 miles

Chain requires cleaned and lubricated

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Inner (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 55,605 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2021 53,495 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 51,743 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 48,160 miles

Abs warning lamp shows fault

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

Pass 27 Mar 2018 47,498 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 44,898 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 44,898 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 34,895 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 24,269 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Aug 2013 24,269 miles

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

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 14,697 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 13,857 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2010 10,649 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 8,750 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 8,750 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 7,768 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 6,184 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2007 6,184 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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GL54 CXP is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 22,059 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 CXP, 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 22 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 CXP registered?

GL54 CXP is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 1 December 2004.

Is GL54 CXP safe to buy?

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