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BJ56 HTU

2006 Honda Cbf 500 A-6

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

29,916 mi
Last recorded29,916 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Honda Cbf 500 A-625,320 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 HTU
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 500 A-6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 29,916 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2024 29,309 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 28,274 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 26,313 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 23,909 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 21,823 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 18,232 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 18,232 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 14,439 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 10,348 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 9,932 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Apr 2016 9,932 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 8,508 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 8,328 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2013 7,546 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 6,836 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 5,547 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 5,084 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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BJ56 HTU is a 2006 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BJ56 HTU, 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 BJ56 HTU registered?

BJ56 HTU is a 2006 Honda Cbf 500 A-6, first registered on 11 November 2006.

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