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YF04 KGU

2004 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

25,004 mi
Last recorded25,004 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF04 KGU
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 25,004 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 24,984 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 24,854 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 24,807 miles

Front Slight judder on front brake

Fail 30 Sep 2019 24,810 miles

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

Front Slight judder on front brake

Pass 29 Sep 2018 24,691 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 24,461 miles

Chain adjuster block/alignment indicator missing N/S

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 24,310 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 24,162 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 24,003 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 23,369 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 22,861 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 21,418 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 17,989 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 13,908 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 9,920 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 8,434 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 7,228 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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YF04 KGU is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 YF04 KGU, 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 YF04 KGU registered?

YF04 KGU is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 1 June 2004.

Is YF04 KGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF04 KGU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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