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YX54 AUJ

2004 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

36,735 mi
Last recorded36,735 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX54 AUJ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 36,735 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2019 36,735 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 32,629 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 29,688 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 29,688 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 24,775 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

rear hugger slightly rubbing rear wheel

Fail 12 Apr 2016 24,775 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

rear hugger slightly rubbing rear wheel

Pass 13 Apr 2015 21,480 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 21,480 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 17,421 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 17,421 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 14,309 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 Apr 2013 14,309 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 2 Feb 2012 11,912 miles

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 11,912 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2011 10,092 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2010 7,296 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 5,961 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 4,254 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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YX54 AUJ is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 YX54 AUJ, 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 YX54 AUJ registered?

YX54 AUJ is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 25 September 2004.

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The MOT history for YX54 AUJ shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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