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YK04 CUG

2004 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

16,713 mi
Last recorded16,713 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK04 CUG
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 16,713 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 16,666 miles
Fail 10 May 2024 16,666 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too low Tow low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 16,601 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 16,441 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 15,978 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 15,691 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 15,291 miles

Rear rear tyre has repair plug in it.

Pass 13 Apr 2017 14,686 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear rear tyre has a repair plug fitted

Pass 9 Apr 2016 13,851 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 13,010 miles

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Apr 2014 12,181 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 11,453 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 10,941 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 9,928 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 7,093 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 5,600 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 4,530 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 3,203 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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YK04 CUG is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 YK04 CUG, 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 YK04 CUG registered?

YK04 CUG is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 24 May 2004.

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The MOT history for YK04 CUG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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