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RF04 EFH

2004 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

8,812 mi
Last recorded8,812 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF04 EFH
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 8,812 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 8,473 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 8,398 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 8,186 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 7,849 miles

rear swinging arm corroded

Pass 14 May 2018 7,815 miles

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

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

gear lever slightly bent

Pass 13 Apr 2017 7,782 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 7,688 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

various damage noticed on exhaust and parts of body work

Pass 17 Apr 2015 7,472 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2014 7,182 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

rear tyre has repair plug in tyre centre

rear tyre showing wear in centre

Pass 2 May 2013 6,400 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 5,746 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 5,746 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 5,018 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 4,262 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

slight travel on front lever

Fail 23 Apr 2007 4,042 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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RF04 EFH is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 RF04 EFH, 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 RF04 EFH registered?

RF04 EFH is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 27 April 2004.

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