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WX54 ZYA

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

45,614 mi
Last recorded45,614 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX54 ZYA
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 45,614 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 44,791 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 2 Sep 2023 43,496 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Sep 2023 43,496 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 42,620 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Sep 2022 42,613 miles

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 42,191 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Jul 2021 42,185 miles

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

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 41,442 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside switch gear insecure

Fail 24 Jul 2020 41,433 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside switch gear insecure

Pass 4 Apr 2019 39,427 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very close (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Apr 2019 39,427 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very close (5.2.3 (e))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 34,866 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 33,354 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 32,965 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 28,907 miles

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 19,554 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2013 16,611 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 16,611 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 13,335 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 13,009 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 12,564 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 11,952 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 10,260 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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WX54 ZYA is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue 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 WX54 ZYA, 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 WX54 ZYA registered?

WX54 ZYA is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 8 January 2005.

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