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OU05 CLJ

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,285 mi
Last recorded13,285 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2012
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 CLJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Mar 2012 13,285 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 13,285 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 11,713 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 10,199 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 8,407 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 6,142 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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OU05 CLJ is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OU05 CLJ, 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 OU05 CLJ registered?

OU05 CLJ is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is OU05 CLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU05 CLJ shows 6 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.

Does OU05 CLJ have outstanding finance?

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