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GV05 PNU

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

44,475 mi
Last recorded44,475 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2012
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 PNU
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2012 44,475 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 2 Apr 2012 44,467 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 35,020 miles

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

horn operation poor,but in good working order

Pass 23 Mar 2010 26,873 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 19,672 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 19,671 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2008 17,752 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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GV05 PNU is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GV05 PNU, 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 GV05 PNU registered?

GV05 PNU is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is GV05 PNU safe to buy?

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