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SC04 BUP

2004 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,421 mi
Last recorded25,421 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC04 BUP
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2016 25,421 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 25,396 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 25,274 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 25,274 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 24,673 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 22,514 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 22,504 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

drive chain worn

rear brake fluid level low

rear pads getting thin

Pass 10 Oct 2011 18,383 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 15,135 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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 9 Oct 2009 12,187 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 8,355 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 3,497 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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SC04 BUP is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 22,059 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 SC04 BUP, 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 22 years old, this Honda CBF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SC04 BUP registered?

SC04 BUP is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 19 June 2004.

Is SC04 BUP safe to buy?

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