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HF04 NVK

2004 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

47,168 mi
Last recorded47,168 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 NVK
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 47,168 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2025 47,004 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 45,182 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 43,665 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 39,425 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 38,056 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 37,280 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 36,237 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 34,852 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 34,484 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 32,250 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

coolant leak from top hose on right hand side of engine

Fail 12 Jan 2016 32,250 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

coolant leak from top hose on right hand side of engine

Fail 14 Mar 2014 31,094 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 31,094 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 28,159 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 25,286 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 22,885 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 15,830 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 11,752 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 7,497 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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HF04 NVK is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 22,059 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 HF04 NVK, 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 22 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 HF04 NVK registered?

HF04 NVK is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 15 May 2004.

Is HF04 NVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF04 NVK shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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