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NU54 XHZ

2004 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,619 mi
Last recorded21,619 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU54 XHZ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 21,619 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

mainstand sticks down

Pass 3 May 2024 19,419 miles
Fail 3 May 2024 19,419 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 19,068 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 19,064 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 18,936 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 17,760 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 17,198 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 17,191 miles

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar throttle control (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust to center pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 16,209 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 14,459 miles

exhaust slight blow at joint

Pass 28 Feb 2017 11,934 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 11,591 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 11,493 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 10,809 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear exhaust clamp loose

Pass 9 Jun 2009 10,298 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 9,464 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 26 Apr 2008 9,456 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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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NU54 XHZ is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 22,059 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 NU54 XHZ, 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.

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What year was NU54 XHZ registered?

NU54 XHZ is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 5 November 2004.

Is NU54 XHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU54 XHZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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