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SP54 XCV

2004 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

41,898 mi
Last recorded41,898 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP54 XCV
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 41,898 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 40,477 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 39,267 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 38,143 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 36,466 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 35,118 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 33,031 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 31,685 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 29,443 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 26,586 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 23,991 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 21,259 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 18,316 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 16,331 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2013 16,331 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 14,796 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 14,791 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2011 12,705 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 10,655 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 9,101 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 7,962 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 6,296 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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SP54 XCV is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 SP54 XCV, 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 SP54 XCV registered?

SP54 XCV is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 15 September 2004.

Is SP54 XCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP54 XCV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SP54 XCV have outstanding finance?

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