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HT05 KGU

2005 Honda Cb 900 F-5

Black Petrol 919cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,189 mi
Last recorded28,189 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda Cb 900 F-517,001 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT05 KGU
MakeHonda
ModelCb 900 F-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine919cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 28,189 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit only 2/3 tread above 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 27,409 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 26,974 miles

Brake pedal pivot touches swing arm on full extension , pedal and brake operation not effected due to groove already worn in .

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2022 26,437 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2021 26,238 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 25,163 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 25,163 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated oil (1.1.14 (b))

Pass 15 May 2018 24,172 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2017 23,379 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 22,958 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 21,863 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 20,349 miles

slight play in drive chain

Pass 2 Jan 2013 16,548 miles

front brake pads low

Pass 31 Dec 2011 16,751 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2011 16,714 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c) DANGEROUS

front and rear brake pads worn close to limit.

front and rear tyres worn close to limit.

Pass 8 Dec 2010 13,690 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 11,492 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2009 11,492 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Fail 19 Jul 2008 8,873 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 8,873 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 900 F-5?

Based on 1,995 MOT tests across 147 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
1,028
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
147
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
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HT05 KGU is a 2005 Honda Cb 900 F-5 in Black with a 919cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Honda Cb 900 F-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 17,001 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 Cb 900 F-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HT05 KGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 900 F-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Cb 900 F-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HT05 KGU registered?

HT05 KGU is a 2005 Honda Cb 900 F-5, first registered on 16 July 2005.

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