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AR04 DNU

2004 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,870 mi
Last recorded18,870 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2014
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR04 DNU
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Dec 2014 18,870 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2014 18,870 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 16,946 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 15,944 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2011 14,874 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 13,131 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 12,015 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 15 Aug 2009 11,971 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 10,623 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2007 8,879 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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AR04 DNU is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AR04 DNU, 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 AR04 DNU registered?

AR04 DNU is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 12 August 2004.

Is AR04 DNU safe to buy?

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