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LM05 VOP

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,993 mi
Last recorded56,993 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 VOP
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 56,993 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2026 56,993 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2023 56,569 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 55,137 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 53,877 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 53,525 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Nov 2020 53,525 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 53,541 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 50,413 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 44,271 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2016 36,390 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 31,671 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 26,499 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 20,397 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 15,797 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 15,797 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 11 May 2010 11,841 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 11,841 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2008 6,248 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 6,248 miles

Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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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LM05 VOP is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 22,166 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 LM05 VOP, 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 21 years old, this Honda CBF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM05 VOP registered?

LM05 VOP is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 21 July 2005.

Is LM05 VOP safe to buy?

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