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Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 reliable? We analysed 7,118 real MOT tests across 541 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 7,118 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.0%
Typical Mileage
21,629mi
Annual Mileage
1,298mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
20yrs

The Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Cbf 1000 A-6.

Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Cbf 1000 A-6. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

85.3%
2007
87.9%
2006

Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 55
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 37
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19

Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23

Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
472 mi/yr
Typical
1,298 mi/yr
Average
2,076 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,781 mi/yr

Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2007 327 85.3% 13,188 20,560 32,721
2006 6,537 87.9% 12,612 21,633 33,164

How Long Does a Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 Last?

Based on 541 Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
15.3 years
Median
18.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
20 years

Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
21,629 mi
75th Percentile
33,134 mi
95th Percentile
55,886 mi
Max Recorded
405,320 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Cbf 1000 A-6

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2006

87.9% MOT pass rate from 6,537 tests

Year to avoid
2007

85.3% MOT pass rate from 327 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.9% across 6,537 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 THIS CAR 88.0% 7,118 21,629 mi 20 yrs
Honda Civic 73.7% 9,391,580 74,987 mi 34 yrs
Honda Jazz 81% 5,740,892 48,635 mi 24 yrs
Honda Cr-v 78.5% 4,177,643 80,499 mi 29 yrs
Seat Ateca SE Technology TSI Evo Sa 89% 4,638 29,549 mi — yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Cbf 1000 A-6?

The Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.0% across 7,118 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common problems on the Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (62 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (55), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (37). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 owner drives around 1,298 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 models stay on UK roads for around 20 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 reliable?
Based on 7,118 MOT tests, the Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 has a 88.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Cbf 1000 A-6?
The most common MOT failures are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 do per year?
The typical Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 does around 1,298 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 last?
Most Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 models stay on UK roads for around 20 years based on our analysis of 541 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Cbf 1000 A-6?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Honda Cbf 1000 A-6?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Cbf 1000 A-6 is 2006 with a 87.9% pass rate across 6,537 tests.