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LM54 HHV

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

34,937 mi
Last recorded34,937 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM54 HHV
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2015 34,937 miles

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 32,041 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 30,284 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 29,160 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 29,160 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 26,478 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 26,478 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 24,056 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 24,056 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 20,599 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jul 2009 20,599 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 17,198 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2008 17,198 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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

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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LM54 HHV is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 LM54 HHV, 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.

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What year was LM54 HHV registered?

LM54 HHV is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 3 February 2005.

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