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AU08 VBP

2008 Honda CB600 Hornet

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

31,696 mi
Last recorded31,696 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda CB600 Hornet20,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 VBP
MakeHonda
ModelCB600 Hornet
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 31,696 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 31,279 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 30,699 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit N/S front brake pads worn close to legal limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 30,204 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 29,932 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit N/S/F brake pads worn close to legal limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Slight play in rear wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 28,684 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 27,551 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 23,456 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2016 20,687 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 17,939 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 14,452 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 10,502 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 10,481 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 7,013 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 6,540 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB600 Hornet?

Based on 32,894 MOT tests across 2,748 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
875
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,748
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 563
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 374
reflector on motorcycle missing 320
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 289
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 238
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AU08 VBP is a 2008 Honda CB600 Hornet in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda CB600 Hornet models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 20,693 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB600 Hornet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 563 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU08 VBP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB600 Hornet typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Honda CB600 Hornet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU08 VBP registered?

AU08 VBP is a 2008 Honda CB600 Hornet, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is AU08 VBP safe to buy?

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