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RJ04 LBP

2004 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

37,384 mi
Last recorded37,384 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ04 LBP
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 37,384 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2024 37,384 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 5 May 2023 36,963 miles

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

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

both front engine mounting spacers hairline cracks in them but solid

Pass 6 May 2022 36,671 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 36,522 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 36,396 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 35,347 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 35,289 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 35,243 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 35,232 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 7 Jul 2016 35,192 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 34,930 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 33,690 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 31,283 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 May 2012 24,166 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 15,460 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 10,275 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 9,512 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 8,255 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 75,871 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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RJ04 LBP is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RJ04 LBP, 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 RJ04 LBP registered?

RJ04 LBP is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 13 May 2004.

Is RJ04 LBP safe to buy?

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