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LC05 ZHR

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

27,225 mi
Last recorded27,225 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC05 ZHR
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 27,225 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 26,324 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2023 25,278 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 23,356 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 22,930 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 22,509 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 22,040 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 21,559 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 20,840 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2015 20,820 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 18,901 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))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 17,772 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 17,772 miles

Brake lever excessively damaged (3.2.A1c)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 22 May 2012 16,332 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 12,397 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 10,012 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 7,735 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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LC05 ZHR is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LC05 ZHR, 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 LC05 ZHR registered?

LC05 ZHR is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is LC05 ZHR safe to buy?

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