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SE07 EMX

2007 Honda CBF500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

64,373 mi
Last recorded64,373 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Honda CBF50022,774 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE07 EMX
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 64,373 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 63,080 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2023 61,638 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2023 61,638 miles

Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 1 Mar 2023 61,638 miles

Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jan 2022 59,642 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2022 59,642 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 55,370 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2020 55,255 miles

Offside Rear Lower Wheel excessively damaged Brake pad has fell out and scored wheel excessively behind the rear brake disc. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted The pad has fell out. (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 May 2019 52,159 miles
Fail 6 May 2019 52,159 miles

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

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 26 May 2018 51,798 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 50,642 miles

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

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

handlebars bent

Fail 13 Sep 2016 50,642 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

handlebars bent

Pass 13 Aug 2015 48,451 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2015 45,241 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 39,855 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 May 2013 38,569 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 May 2012 32,804 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 24,014 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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SE07 EMX is a 2007 Honda CBF500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2007 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 22,774 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 SE07 EMX, 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 19 years old, this Honda CBF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SE07 EMX registered?

SE07 EMX is a 2007 Honda CBF500, first registered on 4 June 2007.

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