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MT55 HRD

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,449 mi
Last recorded68,449 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT55 HRD
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 68,449 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 66,868 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2024 66,868 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 65,157 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 64,079 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 63,492 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 61,935 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 61,935 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 60,059 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 60,059 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 56,525 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged close to acceptable limit reccomend replacement (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 53,080 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 49,648 miles

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

handlebars have a slight twist in them

Pass 10 Apr 2014 46,593 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 42,401 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 37,301 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 29,299 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 29,299 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 23,142 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 16,525 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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MT55 HRD 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 80%.

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 MT55 HRD, 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 MT55 HRD registered?

MT55 HRD is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is MT55 HRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT55 HRD shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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