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RY55 HCZ

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

39,689 mi
Last recorded39,689 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 HCZ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 39,689 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2025 32,362 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2025 32,362 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 26,609 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 18,899 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 18,722 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 18,248 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 18,248 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2020 17,099 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 16,212 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 14,310 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 12,168 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 11,839 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 11,700 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 11,185 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 10,602 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 10,020 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 9,291 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 8,023 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 6,415 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 3,830 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 HCZ is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HCZ, 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 HCZ registered?

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

Is RY55 HCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY55 HCZ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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