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LD54 HBU

2004 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

43,881 mi
Last recorded43,881 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD54 HBU
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 43,881 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 21 Jun 2017 43,881 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 42,222 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Swing arm. (6.1.1a)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 39,242 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 May 2014 37,064 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 37,064 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 May 2013 33,635 miles

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

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

Fail 2 May 2013 33,635 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 23 May 2012 29,111 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 29,111 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 May 2011 22,984 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2010 16,643 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 15,317 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 13,283 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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LD54 HBU is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 LD54 HBU, 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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LD54 HBU is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 23 October 2004.

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