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PX54 CGK

2004 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

30,290 mi
Last recorded30,290 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX54 CGK
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 30,290 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Mar 2026 30,290 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 29,239 miles

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 20 May 2023 29,003 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 28,260 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 May 2022 28,260 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 26,888 miles

fairing fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2019 26,834 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 26,340 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 26,340 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2017 25,886 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 25,699 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 29 Jan 2016 25,690 miles

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Centre Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Centre stand very tight in operation.

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 22,251 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 11 Aug 2014 22,251 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 18,632 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 16,132 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 15,156 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2010 13,585 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2010 13,585 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 11,074 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 8,857 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2008 8,857 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 5,375 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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PX54 CGK is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 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 PX54 CGK, 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.

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What year was PX54 CGK registered?

PX54 CGK is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 9 September 2004.

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