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RY55 HCO

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

24,045 mi
Last recorded24,045 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 HCO
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2021 24,045 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 24,045 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 23,142 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 23,142 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 22,202 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2017 19,578 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 19,578 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 15,976 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 15,976 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 14,547 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 24 Mar 2015 14,547 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 11,937 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 9,251 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 6,681 miles

handle bars bent

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 19 Mar 2012 6,681 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

handle bars bent

Pass 30 Jun 2011 4,930 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 3,542 miles

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

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 HCO is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 HCO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RY55 HCO registered?

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

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