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AO54 UAW

2004 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,511 mi
Last recorded22,511 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO54 UAW
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 22,511 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 22,259 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2025 22,259 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Mar 2024 21,940 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 21,697 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 17 Feb 2023 21,697 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 21,594 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 21,199 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 16,567 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 16,567 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 16,068 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 15,173 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 12,176 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 11,135 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 11,135 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 10,815 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 10,162 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 9,522 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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AO54 UAW 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 77.8%.

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 AO54 UAW, 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 AO54 UAW registered?

AO54 UAW is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is AO54 UAW safe to buy?

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