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HN56 LDF

2006 Honda CBF500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,133 mi
Last recorded28,133 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Honda CBF50025,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN56 LDF
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 28,133 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2024 28,131 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 28,129 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2022 24,755 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 30 Apr 2022 24,755 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 May 2021 20,658 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 19,887 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 18,454 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 18,454 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2017 16,604 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 12,463 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 12,463 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 8,458 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 27 Aug 2015 8,458 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 7,155 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 6,993 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 6,993 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 6,584 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 5,694 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 4,565 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 4,565 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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HN56 LDF is a 2006 Honda CBF500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2006 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 25,482 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 HN56 LDF, 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 20 years old, this Honda CBF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HN56 LDF registered?

HN56 LDF is a 2006 Honda CBF500, first registered on 1 December 2006.

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