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LL04 CJJ

2004 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

33,782 mi
Last recorded33,782 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL04 CJJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 33,782 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 33,725 miles

chain and sprockets slightly worn> rough on rotation of rear wheel

Pass 5 Sep 2022 33,490 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rusty around shock mount and swing arm area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 33,281 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020 33,048 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 32,736 miles

Front Brake lever not releasing correctly lever return slow but not holding brake on (1.1.2 (b) (i))

corrosion on and around engine mount front o/s

Pass 17 Aug 2018 32,375 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 32,364 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 32,075 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 31,907 miles

Drive chain slightly tight stiff links (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 31,789 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 31,789 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 31,135 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Oil filter corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2013 29,168 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 29,168 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 25,241 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 20,785 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 18,352 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 13,372 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 10,373 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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LL04 CJJ is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LL04 CJJ, 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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LL04 CJJ is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 18 June 2004.

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