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WK55 VTU

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2022
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

49,840 mi
Last recorded49,840 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK55 VTU
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2021 49,840 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 49,523 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 49,523 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Fail 19 Sep 2018 49,519 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 40,745 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 19 Sep 2017 40,745 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 27,713 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 Sep 2016 27,713 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 22,787 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Fail 24 Sep 2015 22,787 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2014 21,843 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 Sep 2014 21,843 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 20,897 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 25 Sep 2013 20,897 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 19,378 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

possible slight cracking front disc ?

throttle returns slowly

Pass 6 Sep 2011 17,757 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 6 Sep 2011 17,757 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 15,650 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 17 Aug 2010 15,650 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 13,775 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 11,826 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
Full Honda CBF500 reliability report

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WK55 VTU is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 WK55 VTU, 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.

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What year was WK55 VTU registered?

WK55 VTU is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 3 September 2005.

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