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PO55 BFL

2005 Honda CBF500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

88,174 mi
Last recorded88,174 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF50022,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO55 BFL
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 88,174 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 74,229 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 61,871 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2023 48,627 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 37,111 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 29,367 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2020 27,462 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 20,023 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 17,892 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 17,888 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 13,814 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 12,218 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 10,553 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 10,508 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 9,725 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 8,956 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 8,321 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 7,457 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 6,474 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 6,474 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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PO55 BFL is a 2005 Honda CBF500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 PO55 BFL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PO55 BFL registered?

PO55 BFL is a 2005 Honda CBF500, first registered on 3 September 2005.

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