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WK05 VUL

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,470 mi
Last recorded28,470 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK05 VUL
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2025 28,470 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 21,583 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 21,320 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2022 20,952 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 20,561 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 19,783 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 18,630 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 17,978 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2017 17,715 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2016 17,073 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2015 16,246 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 15,771 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 15,091 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 14,104 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 13,158 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 12,590 miles

1 shim missing from front brake caliper .vin plate is damaged & could become insecure

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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WK05 VUL is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 22,166 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 WK05 VUL, 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 21 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 WK05 VUL registered?

WK05 VUL is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 3 May 2005.

Is WK05 VUL safe to buy?

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