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LB05 MDJ

2005 Honda Cb 900 F-5

Red Petrol 919cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,092 mi
Last recorded59,092 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda Cb 900 F-517,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 MDJ
MakeHonda
ModelCb 900 F-5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine919cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Jun 2025 59,092 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced front cross brace frame rotted through (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2024 57,734 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 4 Jun 2024 57,734 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2023 54,950 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 52,259 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

slight rumble from front bearing

Pass 6 Mar 2021 47,977 miles

half tail light out

Pass 9 Dec 2019 45,209 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 41,530 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 37,983 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Dec 2016 33,274 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 27,975 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 22,873 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 17,786 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 13,419 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 9,152 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 8,436 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 7,863 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 7,693 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 900 F-5?

Based on 1,995 MOT tests across 147 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
1,028
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
147
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
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LB05 MDJ is a 2005 Honda Cb 900 F-5 in Red with a 919cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Honda Cb 900 F-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 17,001 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cb 900 F-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB05 MDJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 900 F-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Cb 900 F-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LB05 MDJ is a 2005 Honda Cb 900 F-5, first registered on 17 June 2005.

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