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NL05 OMV

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

21,720 mi
Last recorded21,720 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL05 OMV
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 21,720 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 20,368 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 20,300 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 20,300 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2022 20,156 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 19,645 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 17,728 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 15,138 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 14,684 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 13,988 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 13,988 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 12,163 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 11,825 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 10,555 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 8,711 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 6,966 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 5,928 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 4,871 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 3,872 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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NL05 OMV is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 NL05 OMV, 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 NL05 OMV registered?

NL05 OMV is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is NL05 OMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL05 OMV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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