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HK05 BKN

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

8,681 mi
Last recorded8,681 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK05 BKN
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 8,681 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 6,825 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 9 Sep 2023 6,825 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 6,056 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 5,950 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 5,526 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 5,521 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 5,517 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 5,507 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 4,770 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 4,678 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 3,007 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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HK05 BKN is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 HK05 BKN, 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 HK05 BKN registered?

HK05 BKN is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is HK05 BKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK05 BKN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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