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GU05 WBP

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

37,182 mi
Last recorded37,182 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 WBP
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 37,182 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2026 37,182 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2025 34,913 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 32,568 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 32,568 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 30,026 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 26,854 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 24,081 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 21,151 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 19,666 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 18,028 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 18,028 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 15,421 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 15,418 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Mar 2015 12,384 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 12,381 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 9,899 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 7,576 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 4,939 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 2,093 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 2,093 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 25 Feb 2010 2,067 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 2,067 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2009 1,826 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 1,826 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 1,644 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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GU05 WBP is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GU05 WBP, 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 GU05 WBP registered?

GU05 WBP is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is GU05 WBP safe to buy?

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