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PL05 GZN

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,810 mi
Last recorded67,810 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 GZN
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2026 67,810 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 67,804 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 67,357 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 59,047 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 52,398 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2020 42,027 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 30,735 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 20,294 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 13,133 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 6,260 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 2,908 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 2,037 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 501 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 478 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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PL05 GZN is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PL05 GZN, 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

How do I check the history of PL05 GZN?

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What year was PL05 GZN registered?

PL05 GZN is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is PL05 GZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL05 GZN shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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