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GY05 UTP

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,051 mi
Last recorded85,051 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 UTP
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2019 85,051 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2019 85,051 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 84,379 miles

Front tyre valve deteriorated - advise replacement

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

Rear tyre valve deteriorated - advise replacement

Pass 21 Jun 2017 82,288 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 26 May 2016 81,581 miles

clutch lever pivot broken

Fail 20 May 2016 81,554 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

clutch lever pivot broken

drive chain requires lubrication

nail in rear tyre

Fail 20 Mar 2015 79,223 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 79,223 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 74,351 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 73,031 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 69,004 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 64,769 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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GY05 UTP is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GY05 UTP, 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 GY05 UTP registered?

GY05 UTP is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 25 April 2005.

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