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LA05 JZE

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

74,987 mi
Last recorded74,987 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA05 JZE
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 74,987 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2024 72,318 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Aug 2024 72,286 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Exhaust system insecure mounting stud broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 69,728 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 66,889 miles

Chainguard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 64,659 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 62,002 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 60,320 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 60,311 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2018 60,311 miles

Offside Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 58,447 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 53,091 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 53,091 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 47,208 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 40,309 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 40,309 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 33,295 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 26,367 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 28,369 miles

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

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

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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LA05 JZE is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Black 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 LA05 JZE, 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 LA05 JZE registered?

LA05 JZE is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 8 August 2005.

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