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WK04 WFW

2004 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,530 mi
Last recorded30,530 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK04 WFW
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 30,530 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 27,687 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 27,200 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 24,284 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 24,259 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021 24,259 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Nov 2019 23,785 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 23,025 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 21,300 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 19,266 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 19,266 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 17,411 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 7 Jul 2015 17,411 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 14,509 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 10,464 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 9,809 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 8,957 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 8,071 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 7,308 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 6,375 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 5,062 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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WK04 WFW is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WK04 WFW, 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 WK04 WFW registered?

WK04 WFW is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 22 July 2004.

Is WK04 WFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK04 WFW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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