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X500 CBF

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

12,690 mi
Last recorded12,690 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX500 CBF
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 12,690 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 12,017 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 12,017 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 May 2024 10,954 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 9,759 miles
Fail 22 May 2023 9,759 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 9,590 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 9,415 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 9,378 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 7,143 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 7,121 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 7,098 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 7,072 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 7,007 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 6,835 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 6,614 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 6,130 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 5,749 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 5,629 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 4,136 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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X500 CBF 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 90%.

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 X500 CBF, 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

How do I check the history of X500 CBF?

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What year was X500 CBF registered?

X500 CBF is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is X500 CBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X500 CBF shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X500 CBF have outstanding finance?

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