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PG04 BNJ

2004 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

46,386 mi
Last recorded46,386 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG04 BNJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 46,386 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 41,436 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 May 2025 41,390 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Foot rest bent

Nearside Front Indictor mounting broken

Pass 9 Feb 2024 40,480 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 38,281 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 31,831 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 27,460 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 25,257 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 23,102 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 20,218 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 19,919 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 19,919 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 19,906 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 19,877 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 19,792 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 19,643 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 19,223 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 17,019 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 15,611 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 13,619 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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PG04 BNJ is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PG04 BNJ, 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

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What year was PG04 BNJ registered?

PG04 BNJ is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 9 July 2004.

Is PG04 BNJ safe to buy?

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