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NM04 NGY

2004 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

29,970 mi
Last recorded29,970 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM04 NGY
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 29,970 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 29,863 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 29,255 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 28,940 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 28,546 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 28,128 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 26,479 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 24,210 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 22,074 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 22,074 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 20,264 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 17,604 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 16,962 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 15,171 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 12,811 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 12,811 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 12,483 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 11,884 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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NM04 NGY is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 NM04 NGY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NM04 NGY?

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What year was NM04 NGY registered?

NM04 NGY is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 11 August 2004.

Is NM04 NGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for NM04 NGY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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