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YC54 ECT

2005 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,383 mi
Last recorded47,383 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC54 ECT
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2019 47,383 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 42,471 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 42,471 miles

Central Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2017 39,699 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 39,699 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Feb 2016 37,035 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 32,228 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 27,798 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 26,326 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 28 Jan 2011 26,326 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 Jan 2010 21,970 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 21,970 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

number plate light not working

Pass 31 Jan 2009 17,647 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 13,339 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 13,332 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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YC54 ECT is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YC54 ECT, 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 YC54 ECT registered?

YC54 ECT is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 12 February 2005.

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