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PL05 ZWH

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

34,889 mi
Last recorded34,889 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 ZWH
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 34,889 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2025 34,889 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2024 31,107 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 30,996 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 30,963 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 27,669 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 24,583 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Jul 2016 22,106 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 20,572 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 19,403 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 17,858 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 14,495 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 14,495 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 10,724 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 May 2010 6,651 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 6,340 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 5,797 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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 ZWH is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 PL05 ZWH, 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 PL05 ZWH registered?

PL05 ZWH is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is PL05 ZWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL05 ZWH shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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