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KG05 BBJ

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

86,983 mi
Last recorded86,983 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG05 BBJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 86,983 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 86,436 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 85,367 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 84,068 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2017 77,778 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 77,778 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 73,520 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2015 64,002 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2015 64,002 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2014 55,330 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front brake disc is on Min. thickness of 5mm

Offside Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 May 2013 46,508 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 37,240 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 24,890 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 15,528 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2009 7,034 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 6,269 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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KG05 BBJ is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KG05 BBJ, 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 KG05 BBJ registered?

KG05 BBJ is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is KG05 BBJ safe to buy?

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