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LN55 YVM

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

42,683 mi
Last recorded42,683 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN55 YVM
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 42,683 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 34,005 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 22 Mar 2017 34,005 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 33,476 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 33,476 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2015 31,234 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 27,720 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 26,241 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 26,241 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 22,858 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 21,208 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 20,477 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 19,688 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 16,589 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Aug 2008 16,589 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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LN55 YVM is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LN55 YVM, 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 LN55 YVM registered?

LN55 YVM is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 3 September 2005.

Is LN55 YVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN55 YVM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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