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RE05 WVY

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

43,523 mi
Last recorded43,523 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 WVY
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 43,523 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 43,109 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2024 43,109 miles

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 41,303 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 2 Sep 2023 41,301 miles

Offside Front Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2022 40,804 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 39,976 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 35,415 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 29,307 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 27,864 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 27,846 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 26,182 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 25,498 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 24,169 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 22,471 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 20,128 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 17,874 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2010 12,755 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 8,186 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 2,474 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 1,462 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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RE05 WVY is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 RE05 WVY, 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 RE05 WVY registered?

RE05 WVY is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is RE05 WVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE05 WVY shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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