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RF57 YLM

2007 Honda CBF500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

13,134 mi
Last recorded13,134 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Honda CBF50022,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF57 YLM
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 13,134 miles

The chain has tight spots and requires replacement

Pass 23 Apr 2025 13,097 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2024 13,062 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2023 13,008 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2023 13,008 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 12,817 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 12,214 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 12,093 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2020 12,017 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jan 2019 14,448 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 10,035 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2017 9,339 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 7,462 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 6,491 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 5,572 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2013 5,557 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 5,201 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 4,535 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 3,921 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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RF57 YLM is a 2007 Honda CBF500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2007 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 22,774 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 RF57 YLM, 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 19 years old, this Honda CBF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RF57 YLM registered?

RF57 YLM is a 2007 Honda CBF500, first registered on 29 November 2007.

Is RF57 YLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF57 YLM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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