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GU05 VWJ

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,532 mi
Last recorded46,532 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 VWJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Jul 2014 46,532 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

All discs corroded

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front and rear tyres slightly out of shape

Front tyre cracking

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 44,355 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 40,686 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 69,841 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 113,463 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 99,804 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 73,971 miles

Offside Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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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GU05 VWJ is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GU05 VWJ, 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 GU05 VWJ registered?

GU05 VWJ is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is GU05 VWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU05 VWJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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