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LW04 YZF

2004 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

32,833 mi
Last recorded32,833 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW04 YZF
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 32,833 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2025 27,960 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2024 24,836 miles

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

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 23,255 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 21,606 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 18,914 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 18,914 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 18,914 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2014 15,571 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 13,637 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 9,998 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 7,313 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 6,839 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 6,482 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 6,011 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 6,011 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 5,135 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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LW04 YZF is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LW04 YZF, 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 LW04 YZF registered?

LW04 YZF is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 23 August 2004.

Is LW04 YZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW04 YZF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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