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HG05 WAO

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,203 mi
Last recorded51,203 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 WAO
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 51,203 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 50,779 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 50,133 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 45,395 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2023 45,395 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 48,178 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 47,627 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2021 47,627 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jul 2020 45,961 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 45,944 miles

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Aug 2019 44,918 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 42,473 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 39,126 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 38,558 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 38,558 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2016 34,960 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 34,954 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2015 32,222 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 28,786 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 23,469 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 17,996 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 12,217 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 11,910 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 9,742 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 7,341 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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HG05 WAO is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HG05 WAO, 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

How do I check the history of HG05 WAO?

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What year was HG05 WAO registered?

HG05 WAO is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 6 July 2005.

Is HG05 WAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 WAO shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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