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RY55 HCX

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,845 mi
Last recorded53,845 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 HCX
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 53,845 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 53,845 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2024 52,344 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 50,790 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 49,128 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 2 Feb 2022 49,103 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 48,065 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 46,536 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 39,934 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 38,796 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 37,285 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 33,992 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 33,992 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 31 Jan 2013 27,408 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 26,163 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 20,877 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 14,678 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 7,568 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 HCX is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RY55 HCX, 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 HCX registered?

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

Is RY55 HCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY55 HCX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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