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CK04 ZZF

2004 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

59,250 mi
Last recorded59,250 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK04 ZZF
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 59,250 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Chain guard missing

Front NO FRONT MUDGUARD FITTED

Fail 30 May 2026 59,250 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases LOOSE CLAMP ON DOWN PIPE (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure NO BOLT OFF SIDE OF SHELL (4.1.1 (c))

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Chain guard missing

Front NO FRONT MUDGUARD FITTED

Pass 22 May 2025 58,857 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front No Mudguard fitted.

Rear No Drive chain guard fitted.

Pass 7 Apr 2022 58,845 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 58,834 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 53,337 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 54,225 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

engine mounting spacers corroded (front)

Fail 24 Apr 2018 54,225 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 53,649 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 51,081 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 47,231 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 47,231 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 42,065 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 42,058 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2010 38,414 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 38,414 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 34,392 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 28,316 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 28,316 miles

Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 30 May 2007 22,440 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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CK04 ZZF is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 CK04 ZZF, 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 CK04 ZZF registered?

CK04 ZZF is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 15 June 2004.

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