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WV55 FRF

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

40,924 mi
Last recorded40,924 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV55 FRF
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 40,924 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2025 40,924 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 38,893 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2023 33,628 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 28,822 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 28,482 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 28,327 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 26,859 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 18,519 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 9,980 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 9,094 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2016 9,094 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2015 7,506 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 Jan 2015 7,506 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 3,852 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 3,122 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 2,677 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 17 Sep 2010 2,307 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 1,559 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 1,344 miles

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

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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WV55 FRF is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 WV55 FRF, 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 WV55 FRF registered?

WV55 FRF is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 3 September 2005.

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