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LM04 CWG

2004 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,165 mi
Last recorded46,165 miles
Recorded on22 May 2014
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM04 CWG
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2014 46,165 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 20 May 2014 46,126 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 41,966 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 41,966 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 37,363 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 31,885 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 3 Jun 2011 31,884 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 26,855 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 23,270 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 15 May 2009 23,115 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2008 20,518 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 17,552 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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LM04 CWG is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LM04 CWG, 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 LM04 CWG registered?

LM04 CWG is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 23 April 2004.

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