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HJ55 YZV

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,286 mi
Last recorded44,286 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ55 YZV
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2014 44,286 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2014 44,286 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 38,755 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Fail 14 Oct 2013 38,753 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 31,465 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 25,665 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 24,343 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 21,096 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 16,598 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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HJ55 YZV is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HJ55 YZV, 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 HJ55 YZV registered?

HJ55 YZV is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 14 October 2005.

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