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YS04 LWH

2004 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

40,777 mi
Last recorded40,777 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS04 LWH
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 40,777 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 39,657 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 38,232 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 38,232 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 35,854 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 35,854 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2017 33,235 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 19,847 miles

handlebars slightly bent

Pass 19 Dec 2014 16,123 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2014 16,123 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 15,693 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 13,552 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 12,439 miles

Upper Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 4 Oct 2010 12,439 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Upper Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 11,781 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 11,166 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 8,850 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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YS04 LWH is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YS04 LWH, 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.

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What year was YS04 LWH registered?

YS04 LWH is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 7 May 2004.

Is YS04 LWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS04 LWH shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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