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RV54 FWJ

2004 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

44,658 mi
Last recorded44,658 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV54 FWJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 44,658 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 29 Apr 2017 44,658 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 7 May 2016 44,261 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 41,851 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 4 Jul 2015

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 38,806 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 33,646 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 31,065 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 10 Jul 2012 31,065 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.5a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 28,928 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 26,836 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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RV54 FWJ is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 RV54 FWJ, 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 RV54 FWJ registered?

RV54 FWJ is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 23 October 2004.

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