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LY05 VAH

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

45,755 mi
Last recorded45,755 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 VAH
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2014 45,755 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 32,366 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 17,779 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 16,799 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 13,452 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 10,504 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 7,865 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 7,865 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 29 May 2008 5,373 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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LY05 VAH is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 LY05 VAH, 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

How do I check the history of LY05 VAH?

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What year was LY05 VAH registered?

LY05 VAH is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is LY05 VAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY05 VAH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LY05 VAH have outstanding finance?

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