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BL08 VKF

2008 Honda Cbf 600 SA-8

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,482 mi
Last recorded79,482 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 600 SA-817,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 VKF
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 600 SA-8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 79,482 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 24 May 2025 67,505 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 24 May 2025 67,505 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2024 55,949 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 46,258 miles
Fail 13 May 2023 46,258 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2022 33,337 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 May 2022 33,337 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2021 24,340 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 23,612 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 23,605 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Nov 2016 22,900 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 11,512 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 10,105 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 7,230 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 5,304 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 600 SA-8?

Based on 5,595 MOT tests across 502 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
1,279
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
502
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 39
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 28
wheel bearings have excessive free play 23
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
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BL08 VKF is a 2008 Honda Cbf 600 SA-8 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbf 600 SA-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 17,398 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda Cbf 600 SA-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BL08 VKF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf 600 SA-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Cbf 600 SA-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BL08 VKF registered?

BL08 VKF is a 2008 Honda Cbf 600 SA-8, first registered on 11 July 2008.

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