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PK54 VRE

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

37,361 mi
Last recorded37,361 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK54 VRE
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 37,361 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 36,780 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 36,407 miles

Brake binding but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 31,113 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 31,096 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

oil on rear tyre

Pass 23 Feb 2022 30,681 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 27,292 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 27,292 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 26,689 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 26,689 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 23,527 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 18,533 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 16,991 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Mar 2016 16,350 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 15,099 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 13,614 miles

Front Upper Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 12,195 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 8,399 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 3,733 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2010 3,664 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 2,885 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 1,815 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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PK54 VRE is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 PK54 VRE, 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 PK54 VRE registered?

PK54 VRE is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 21 January 2005.

Is PK54 VRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK54 VRE shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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