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MJ05 KUR

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

20,750 mi
Last recorded20,750 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ05 KUR
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 20,750 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2026 20,750 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2024 13,862 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 10,967 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 10,942 miles

Front Shock absorber dust covers perished

Pass 29 Jul 2021 10,921 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

rear tyre worn uneven

Pass 31 Jul 2020 10,899 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 10,823 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 10,453 miles

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

Front Upper Front suspension has slight corrosion fork tubes (2.3.8)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. fork dust seals deteriorated (2.3.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 9,946 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 9,552 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2016 9,552 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 9,172 miles

Headlight mask converters fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2014 8,623 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 8,262 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 7,781 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 7,290 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 6,562 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 5,535 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 5,135 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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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MJ05 KUR is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MJ05 KUR, 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

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What year was MJ05 KUR registered?

MJ05 KUR is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 6 June 2005.

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