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LT55 RCF

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,762 mi
Last recorded24,762 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT55 RCF
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 24,762 miles

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

Front tyre cracking

Fail 12 Jul 2025 24,744 miles

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

Front tyre cracking

Pass 13 Jul 2024 24,286 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 20,641 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 20,635 miles

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

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2018 20,135 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 19,646 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 19,646 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 18,866 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2016 18,864 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 18,330 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2015 18,330 miles

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly Sticks (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 17,418 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 16,544 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Aug 2013 16,544 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 15,528 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 14,063 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 14,031 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 12,495 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 10,605 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 6,968 miles

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

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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LT55 RCF is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LT55 RCF, 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.

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What year was LT55 RCF registered?

LT55 RCF is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 3 September 2005.

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