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LC04 XDS

2004 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

35,323 mi
Last recorded35,323 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC04 XDS
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 35,323 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 34,731 miles

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

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

clutch requires adjusting

Pass 14 Aug 2020 30,995 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 28,068 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 24,083 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 20,011 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 20,005 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 15,958 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 15,944 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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

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

no left side mirror

Fail 7 Aug 2013 15,882 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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

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

no left side mirror

Pass 8 Aug 2012 14,934 miles

Clutch Lever Bracket Damaged but function not impaired

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 10,916 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 10,715 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 9,030 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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LC04 XDS is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 LC04 XDS, 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.

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What year was LC04 XDS registered?

LC04 XDS is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 23 April 2004.

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