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BD04 VCU

2004 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

21,677 mi
Last recorded21,677 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD04 VCU
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 21,677 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 21,492 miles

Battery has insufficient charge

Fail 6 Sep 2023 21,492 miles

Battery has insufficient charge

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 19,372 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 17,730 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 May 2020 17,730 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2018 14,888 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 11,719 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Fail 11 Apr 2017 11,719 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 May 2015 9,139 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 9,095 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 7,901 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 7,593 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 6,314 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 11 Jan 2012 6,314 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 5,876 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 5,203 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 4,299 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 3,635 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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BD04 VCU 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 78.9%.

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 BD04 VCU, 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 BD04 VCU registered?

BD04 VCU is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 5 July 2004.

Is BD04 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD04 VCU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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