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Y3 WYX

2004 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

25,674 mi
Last recorded25,674 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY3 WYX
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 25,674 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 24,663 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 24,663 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 23,998 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 23,582 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 22,709 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 22,709 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2019 20,235 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2019 20,235 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 19,598 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 18,419 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 17,443 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 15,502 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 14,033 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 13,552 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2012 11,871 miles

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 11,871 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 11,381 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 10,562 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 9,775 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 7,946 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 6,801 miles

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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Y3 WYX is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 22,059 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 Y3 WYX, 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 22 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 Y3 WYX registered?

Y3 WYX is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 16 October 2004.

Is Y3 WYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y3 WYX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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