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LM04 HRL

2004 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

83,237 mi
Last recorded83,237 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM04 HRL
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2022 83,237 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2022 83,237 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 82,946 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 79,559 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Aug 2019 79,559 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 65,018 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 65,005 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 11 Jul 2018 64,992 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Engine mounting/bracket missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tubeless valve front wheel split

Pass 29 May 2018 64,714 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 29 May 2018 64,714 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 May 2017 55,162 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 May 2016 42,260 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 May 2015 36,921 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 36,875 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 36,875 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 May 2013 36,812 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 36,772 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 36,659 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 36,659 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2010 34,165 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 29,214 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 27,296 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2007 23,715 miles

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

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

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 HRL is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 HRL, 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 HRL registered?

LM04 HRL is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 5 June 2004.

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