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LT54 VFV

2004 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

44,457 mi
Last recorded44,457 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT54 VFV
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2023 44,457 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 43,824 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2021 43,064 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2021 43,064 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 42,848 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 42,354 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 42,354 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2016 39,372 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 29 Nov 2016 39,364 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 38,120 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 36,192 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 30 Aug 2014 36,192 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 29,297 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Sep 2013 29,280 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 23,166 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 19,558 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 15,513 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 12,858 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 10,415 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 10,415 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 7,947 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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LT54 VFV is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LT54 VFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LT54 VFV registered?

LT54 VFV is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 23 September 2004.

Is LT54 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT54 VFV shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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