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LR05 KRU

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,374 mi
Last recorded35,374 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 KRU
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 35,374 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2026 35,374 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2024 33,576 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 33,518 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 33,368 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 33,244 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 33,177 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 32,886 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 32,886 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 May 2015 31,412 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

Fail 22 Apr 2015 31,371 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 27,566 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 23,995 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 18,836 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 17,470 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 17,166 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2009 16,308 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 14,899 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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LR05 KRU is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LR05 KRU, 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 LR05 KRU registered?

LR05 KRU is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is LR05 KRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR05 KRU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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