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RY55 HCU

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

6,180 mi
Last recorded6,180 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 HCU
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 6,180 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 6,076 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2023 6,076 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2021 6,024 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 6,017 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 5,985 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 5,914 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 5,914 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 5,888 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 5,700 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 5,670 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 5,670 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 8 Apr 2010 5,668 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 5,312 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 HCU is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HCU, 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 HCU registered?

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

Is RY55 HCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY55 HCU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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