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HW05 DGV

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

38,324 mi
Last recorded38,324 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW05 DGV
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2016 38,324 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 31,702 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 9 Jan 2015 31,702 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2014 28,723 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 25,146 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

clutch cable going shiny may start to fray

Fail 25 Jan 2013 25,145 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 21,688 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 13 Jan 2012 21,534 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 18,259 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 26 Jan 2011 18,257 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2010 15,280 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 14,319 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 9,244 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 9,244 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

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

Rear tyre has an inadequate repair

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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HW05 DGV is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 HW05 DGV, 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 HW05 DGV registered?

HW05 DGV is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is HW05 DGV safe to buy?

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