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HY05 ZZE

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

45,003 mi
Last recorded45,003 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY05 ZZE
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2022 45,003 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 42,953 miles

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 41,328 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 41,328 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 33,412 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2019 33,412 miles

Rear Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 30,236 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 22,778 miles

slight misting of oil around nearside front fork seal

Pass 15 Apr 2016 17,485 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 12,775 miles

Plug repair noted in rear tyre.

Pass 10 Mar 2014 12,620 miles

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

Repair noted in rear tyre.

Pass 4 Mar 2013 12,301 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 12,002 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 12,002 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 11,547 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 11,131 miles

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

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

Rear tyre has been plug repaired three times. Not recommended.

Fail 2 Mar 2009 10,358 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 10,358 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 9,589 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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HY05 ZZE is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HY05 ZZE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HY05 ZZE registered?

HY05 ZZE is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is HY05 ZZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY05 ZZE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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