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SK04 EJP

2004 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,399 mi
Last recorded27,399 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK04 EJP
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Fail 31 May 2022 27,399 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 May 2021 26,018 miles

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

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

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

front wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 1 Jun 2020 22,915 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

front wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 22 Feb 2019 20,510 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 16,675 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 14,744 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2016 12,842 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 12,729 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 8,820 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 8,772 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2013 6,255 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 4,835 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 2,988 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 2,986 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 2,844 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 2,401 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 2,401 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 1,867 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 1,857 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 1,660 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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SK04 EJP is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 22,059 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 SK04 EJP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SK04 EJP registered?

SK04 EJP is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 13 August 2004.

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