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RY55 HCL

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

46,861 mi
Last recorded46,861 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 HCL
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 46,861 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 46,525 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 45,441 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 44,784 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Aug 2023 44,784 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2022 39,681 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 29 Jul 2022 39,176 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 35,879 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 30,782 miles

fork oil dust seals cracked

Fail 21 Aug 2015 30,782 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess both (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

fork oil dust seals cracked

Pass 12 Nov 2014 30,601 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 29,469 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 24,351 miles

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

handle bar bent

Fail 14 Sep 2012 24,351 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

handle bar bent

Pass 14 Sep 2011 21,513 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2011 12,723 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 12,656 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 12,033 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 9,761 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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RY55 HCL is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 RY55 HCL, 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 RY55 HCL registered?

RY55 HCL is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 25 November 2005.

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