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LS54 FZE

2004 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

98,866 mi
Last recorded98,866 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2016
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS54 FZE
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2016 98,866 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 97,545 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 95,180 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2014 95,177 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 88,454 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Outer Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 86,693 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

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

right side handlebar slightly bent

Fail 24 Aug 2012 86,689 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

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

right side handlebar slightly bent

Fail 8 Aug 2012 86,685 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Exhaust muffler clamp missing

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Handle bars slightly bent

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 84,684 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 84,684 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 79,876 miles

Drive chain is worn and has tite spots

Fail 31 Oct 2008 79,876 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 72,124 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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LS54 FZE is a 2004 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 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 LS54 FZE, 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 LS54 FZE registered?

LS54 FZE is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 11 November 2004.

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