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OY55 TUJ

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

35,048 mi
Last recorded35,048 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY55 TUJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 35,048 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2024 33,809 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 31,151 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases getting close to major (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 8 Dec 2023 31,151 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp not working when using front brake control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases getting close to major (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 23,454 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 18,604 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2021 18,604 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 17,603 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 14,314 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 11,651 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 10,013 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 8,623 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 8,623 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 8,175 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 8,175 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 18 Sep 2014 7,526 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 7,526 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 5,544 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 4,460 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 4,460 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 4,013 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 3,697 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 3,697 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 3,408 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 3,009 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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OY55 TUJ is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 OY55 TUJ, 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 OY55 TUJ registered?

OY55 TUJ is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is OY55 TUJ safe to buy?

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