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LL04 YKM

2004 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

55,974 mi
Last recorded55,974 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2013
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL04 YKM
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2013 55,974 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 55,974 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

clutch cable badly frayed gearbox end.

Pass 24 Aug 2012 48,217 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 48,217 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 41,302 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 41,302 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 9 Sep 2010 33,209 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 25,669 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 25,669 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 16,830 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 14,156 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 YKM is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 LL04 YKM, 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 LL04 YKM registered?

LL04 YKM is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 27 August 2004.

Is LL04 YKM safe to buy?

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