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RJ55 BZG

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

86,470 mi
Last recorded86,470 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ55 BZG
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2020 86,470 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 84,547 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2018 75,044 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 1 Sep 2018 75,044 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 70,831 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 65,897 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 58,862 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 51,969 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 45,406 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2013 45,406 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2012 38,996 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 38,996 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 32,342 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 28,433 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 23,614 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2008 17,149 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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RJ55 BZG is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 RJ55 BZG, 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.

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What year was RJ55 BZG registered?

RJ55 BZG is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 10 September 2005.

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