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LC55 FSV

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

42,688 mi
Last recorded42,688 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 FSV
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 42,688 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 39,755 miles

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

Rear tyre contaminated with oil

Pass 10 Nov 2023 37,918 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 34,727 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 31,069 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 26,118 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 22,586 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 22,567 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2018 20,575 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 20,368 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 20,366 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2015 20,148 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 19,697 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 22 Nov 2014 16,973 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2013 17,887 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 16,298 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 15,058 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2011 15,058 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 13 Nov 2010 12,965 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 10,409 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 7,824 miles

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

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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LC55 FSV is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LC55 FSV, 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 LC55 FSV registered?

LC55 FSV is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is LC55 FSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC55 FSV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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