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WU05 BNE

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,381 mi
Last recorded51,381 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 BNE
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 51,381 miles

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 May 2026 51,381 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 21 May 2025 51,167 miles

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

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

Fail 21 May 2025 51,167 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 18 May 2024 50,845 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 May 2023 50,678 miles
Fail 25 May 2023 50,678 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2022 50,454 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 50,197 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 49,858 miles
Fail 18 May 2020 49,858 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 48,070 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 43,785 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 39,815 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 36,058 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 32,257 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 32,257 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 28,572 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 24,237 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 20,163 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 17,161 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 11,172 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 11,172 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2008 8,560 miles

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

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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WU05 BNE is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WU05 BNE, 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 WU05 BNE registered?

WU05 BNE is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 6 June 2005.

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