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GV05 YBF

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

38,413 mi
Last recorded38,413 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 YBF
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 38,413 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2025 38,413 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2024 38,407 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 38,278 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2022 38,188 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 38,014 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 38,000 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 37,626 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 34,600 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 34,457 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 May 2017 33,832 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2017 33,771 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 30,776 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 11 May 2015 30,073 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 28,593 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 28,087 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 27,202 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 26,255 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 23,282 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 23,282 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 18,648 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 15,728 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 15,667 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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 YBF is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 GV05 YBF, 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 GV05 YBF registered?

GV05 YBF is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is GV05 YBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 YBF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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