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NL05 WTJ

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

15,065 mi
Last recorded15,065 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL05 WTJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 15,065 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 14,287 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 13,432 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2023 12,607 miles

Central Front Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 12,317 miles

Central Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 12,215 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 11,953 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 10,817 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 10,421 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 9,275 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 8,182 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 8,182 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 6,180 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 6,127 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 5,292 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 4,971 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 2,974 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 2,818 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 2,555 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 WTJ 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 94.7%.

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 WTJ, 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 NL05 WTJ registered?

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

Is NL05 WTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL05 WTJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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