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BC04 HNL

2004 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

44,852 mi
Last recorded44,852 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC04 HNL
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2024 44,852 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 44,242 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 42,759 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2022 42,759 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 41,477 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 39,781 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 38,828 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 38,828 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2017 33,266 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 27,009 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 18,716 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 18,716 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 13,568 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 13,568 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 9,782 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 8,903 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 8,459 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 8,095 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 6,175 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 6,159 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 4,635 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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BC04 HNL is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 BC04 HNL, 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 BC04 HNL registered?

BC04 HNL is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 10 July 2004.

Is BC04 HNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC04 HNL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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