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LR56 BKA

2006 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

50,302 mi
Last recorded50,302 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Honda CBF50025,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR56 BKA
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 50,302 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2024 49,169 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 48,641 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 48,641 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 48,567 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 46,739 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 46,739 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 46,697 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 43,402 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 32,685 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 32,088 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 22,752 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 22,752 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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LR56 BKA is a 2006 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2006 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 25,482 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 LR56 BKA, 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 20 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 LR56 BKA registered?

LR56 BKA is a 2006 Honda CBF500, first registered on 12 October 2006.

Is LR56 BKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR56 BKA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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