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LK54 UBU

2004 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

35,312 mi
Last recorded35,312 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK54 UBU
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 35,312 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 29,732 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 23,249 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 17,856 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2022 17,856 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy centering (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 May 2021 13,712 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 9,729 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 9,729 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 9,727 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 9,725 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 9,725 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2017 9,700 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 9,596 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 9,465 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 9,448 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 9,448 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 9,437 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 9,437 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 28 Jun 2012 9,434 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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LK54 UBU is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 LK54 UBU, 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 LK54 UBU registered?

LK54 UBU is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is LK54 UBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK54 UBU shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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