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LR54 VYN

2004 Honda CBF500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,630 mi
Last recorded45,630 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR54 VYN
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 45,630 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute both (4.4.4 (a))

Rear lamp unit loose

Fail 25 Sep 2025 45,596 miles

Forks modification unsafe Front mudguard and suspension fork leg bracing removed. Excessive movement observed (2.2.2 (e))

Front Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Footrest missing Both (6.2.12 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front position lamp not working. Headlamp comes on with ignition

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 42,315 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive chain has tight spots (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 May 2021 39,444 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 39,443 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2019 30,385 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 76,771 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 15,684 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 9,291 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 8,994 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 8,994 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 7,710 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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LR54 VYN is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LR54 VYN, 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 LR54 VYN registered?

LR54 VYN is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 12 November 2004.

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