Honda Cbf500
MotorcycleFrom 636 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 12 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 12 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 11 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 8 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 6 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 5 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 4 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 21.3% of Cbf500 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £54.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 85.8% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail |
| 2005 | 77.9% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2004 | 87.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cbf500s tested had between 20,368 and 47,071 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 31,765 median miles, the Cbf500 has 0.054 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Cbf500 MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cbf500 has a 83% MOT pass rate based on 636 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cbf500?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cbf500 is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 12 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cbf500 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cbf500 is 31,765 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 20,368 and 47,071 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.