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WJ54 VAY

2004 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,774 mi
Last recorded22,774 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ54 VAY
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 22,774 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 17,920 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 14,182 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 11,732 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 11,377 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2014 11,377 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 10,976 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 10,857 miles

advise, gear lever bent.

Pass 21 Apr 2011 10,367 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 9,703 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 8,295 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 5,724 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 3,993 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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WJ54 VAY is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WJ54 VAY, 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 WJ54 VAY registered?

WJ54 VAY is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is WJ54 VAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ54 VAY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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