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WX54 BDV

2004 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

39,187 mi
Last recorded39,187 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBF50022,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX54 BDV
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2025 39,187 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 39,158 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 39,153 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 38,863 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 38,820 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 38,202 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 36,774 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 34,577 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 33,144 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2017 33,144 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 31,763 miles

Right hand handlebar slightly bent

front brake disc slightly worn

slight fluctuation in rear brake effort

Pass 2 Feb 2015 29,340 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 29,340 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 27,503 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 26,030 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Feb 2013 26,030 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 22,686 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2011 21,258 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Jan 2011 21,258 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 18,060 miles

rear tyre only just passable needs changing asap

Pass 26 Jan 2009 7,518 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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WX54 BDV is a 2004 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 WX54 BDV, 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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What year was WX54 BDV registered?

WX54 BDV is a 2004 Honda CBF500, first registered on 21 September 2004.

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