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MC04 NUB

2004 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

32,714 mi
Last recorded32,714 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC04 NUB
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2024 32,714 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 30,293 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 27,809 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 27,796 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick starting to break up (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Aug 2021 24,633 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 21,423 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 17,368 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 14,499 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 14,293 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2017 14,293 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 14,284 miles

Centre Front Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Centre Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Drive chain has tight links and requires lubrications but is worn & therefore replacement is recommended.

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 Sep 2013 13,631 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Lower Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 13,631 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 10,149 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 6,117 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 5,811 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 5,646 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 5,646 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 4,428 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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MC04 NUB is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 MC04 NUB, 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 MC04 NUB registered?

MC04 NUB is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 27 August 2004.

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