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LY55 BNO

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,809 mi
Last recorded40,809 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY55 BNO
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 6 May 2025 40,809 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Engine mounting/bracket missing spacers missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Aug 2017 38,662 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion left side (2.3.3)

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

Fail 18 Aug 2017 38,662 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion left side (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 34,806 miles

Drive chain slightly loose and worn with tight spots

Pass 24 Jul 2015 28,969 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 23,125 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 18,197 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 14,026 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 10,504 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 8,736 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 6,427 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 6,427 miles

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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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LY55 BNO is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LY55 BNO, 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 LY55 BNO registered?

LY55 BNO is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 15 November 2005.

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