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FM05 VAA

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

25,123 mi
Last recorded25,123 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 VAA
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2017 25,123 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2017 25,100 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 22,984 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 20,590 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2015 20,590 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 2 Jan 2015 18,467 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 16,880 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2012 15,387 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 14,113 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2011 12,830 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 12,700 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 10,936 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 10,936 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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FM05 VAA is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2005 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 22,166 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 FM05 VAA, 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 21 years old, this Honda CBF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FM05 VAA registered?

FM05 VAA is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is FM05 VAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 VAA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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