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AE04 YDD

2004 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

59,807 mi
Last recorded59,807 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE04 YDD
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 59,807 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 May 2026 59,801 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp not working on front control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2015 58,771 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 48,513 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 43,987 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 40,568 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 34,066 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 30,004 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 21,419 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2007 13,983 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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AE04 YDD is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AE04 YDD, 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 AE04 YDD registered?

AE04 YDD is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 23 August 2004.

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