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GY05 CXW

2005 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

50,661 mi
Last recorded50,661 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2014
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 CXW
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2014 50,661 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 47,354 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 44,866 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Right hand foot peg hanger found bent down.

clutch lever found worn.

side stand base/foot worn away.

Fail 18 Jul 2012 44,866 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Right hand foot peg hanger found bent down.

clutch lever found worn.

side stand base/foot worn away.

Pass 21 Jul 2011 42,309 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 37,408 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 121,007 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 96,321 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 71,638 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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GY05 CXW is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 GY05 CXW, 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 GY05 CXW registered?

GY05 CXW is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 12 April 2005.

Is GY05 CXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY05 CXW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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