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AE06 BYL

2006 Honda Cbf 500 A-6

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

40,372 mi
Last recorded40,372 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda Cbf 500 A-625,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE06 BYL
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 500 A-6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 40,372 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 37,644 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 35,295 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2024 35,295 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 32,830 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 30,514 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 27,667 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 27,663 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 24,276 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 23,622 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 22,921 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 22,914 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable Tyre is not suitable to match the rear (4.1.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 May 2016 21,765 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

nail in rear tyre

Pass 7 May 2015 20,755 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 May 2014 19,555 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 15,502 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2012 13,854 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 11,585 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 May 2010 9,731 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 9,271 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 500 A-6?

Based on 5,551 MOT tests across 495 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
1,521
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 60
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 49
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
wheel bearings have excessive free play 38
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 35
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AE06 BYL is a 2006 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 25,320 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cbf 500 A-6 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE06 BYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf 500 A-6 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Honda Cbf 500 A-6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE06 BYL registered?

AE06 BYL is a 2006 Honda Cbf 500 A-6, first registered on 13 April 2006.

Is AE06 BYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE06 BYL shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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