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LB55 MVJ

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,024 mi
Last recorded32,024 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB55 MVJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 32,024 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 30,717 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 29,710 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 29,000 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 28,887 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 28,039 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 27,862 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 27,218 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 26,638 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2018 26,638 miles

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 26,528 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 26,339 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 26,282 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 26,042 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 25,863 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 25,729 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 Nov 2011 25,719 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 25,475 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

center stand seized

Fail 23 Nov 2010 25,475 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

center stand seized

Pass 11 Nov 2009 20,109 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 16,206 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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LB55 MVJ is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LB55 MVJ, 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 LB55 MVJ registered?

LB55 MVJ is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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