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FY54 LCZ

2004 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

62,859 mi
Last recorded62,859 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2020
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 LCZ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2020 62,859 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swingarm heavily rusted but appears solid (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Drive chain rusty, but within adjustment tolerance

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Apr 2020 62,859 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 62,859 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear swing arm heavily corroded, but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Drive chain corroded with stiff links.

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 60,050 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 25 Aug 2018 60,014 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))

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

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 53,758 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Indicator warning lights inoperative, front indicators visible from normal riding position.

Fail 29 Aug 2017 53,758 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Indicator warning lights inoperative, front indicators visible from normal riding position.

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 46,933 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Indicator tell tale inoperative, front indicators visible from rider's position.

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 43,827 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 40,541 miles

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

Indicator tell tale inop, front indicators visible from riders position.

Pass 9 Nov 2012 37,545 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 Nov 2012 37,545 miles

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 34,545 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Offside indicator tell tale inoperative but indicator visible from riding position.

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

Pass 25 Sep 2010 31,182 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 27,763 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 22,730 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Slight damage offside swinging arm

Pass 19 Sep 2007 17,991 miles

Offside indicator tell tale inoperative, but indicator visible to rider.

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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FY54 LCZ is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 FY54 LCZ, 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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FY54 LCZ is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 10 September 2004.

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