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J500 CBF

2004 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,369 mi
Last recorded13,369 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ500 CBF
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 13,369 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 13,030 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 13,010 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 12,345 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 11,677 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 11,666 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 11,221 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 11,054 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 8,965 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rack rusty and slightly loose

Fail 29 Aug 2007 8,963 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rack rusty and slightly loose

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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J500 CBF is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 22,059 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 J500 CBF, 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 22 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 J500 CBF registered?

J500 CBF is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is J500 CBF safe to buy?

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