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LT05 RNA

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,512 mi
Last recorded62,512 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 RNA
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 62,512 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 61,587 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 60,034 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 58,924 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 58,924 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 58,144 miles

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

rear tyre cracking in tread

Fail 1 Sep 2020 58,140 miles

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

rear tyre cracking in tread

Pass 2 Sep 2019 56,612 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 53,802 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 48,975 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2017 48,972 miles

Rear Brake component has an inadequate repair PADS (3.1.5)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2016 45,625 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 45,494 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 44,029 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 42,809 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 40,320 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 36,244 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 26,675 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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LT05 RNA 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 LT05 RNA, 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 LT05 RNA registered?

LT05 RNA is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 13 April 2005.

Is LT05 RNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT05 RNA 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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