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EA04 ZGB

2004 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

11,666 mi
Last recorded11,666 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA04 ZGB
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 11,666 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 11,405 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 11,069 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 10,574 miles

Front tyre cracking/perishing

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

Pass 28 Jan 2022 10,219 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2020 9,929 miles

Front front tyre cracking/perishing

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

Fail 10 Dec 2020 9,918 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly throttle not returning correctly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front front tyre cracking/perishing

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 9,691 miles

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

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

handle bars slightly bent

rear tyre has 1 repair

Pass 29 Oct 2018 9,390 miles

Rear rear tyre has 1 repair

Pass 1 Nov 2017 9,274 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 8,887 miles

HANDLEBARS SLIGHTY BENT

Pass 9 Oct 2015 8,570 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

handle bars bent but does not effect ride or steering

Pass 4 Aug 2014 8,427 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

handle bars bent , but does not effect ride or steering

Pass 24 Jun 2013 7,961 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 7,737 miles

weak battery

Pass 7 Jul 2011 7,597 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 6,661 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 5,387 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 5,013 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 4,403 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 4,403 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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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EA04 ZGB is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EA04 ZGB, 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 EA04 ZGB registered?

EA04 ZGB is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 27 May 2004.

Is EA04 ZGB safe to buy?

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