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DS08 XXX

2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

33,304 mi
Last recorded33,304 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-624,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 XXX
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 500 A-6
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2022 33,304 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2021 32,227 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 31,873 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 30,263 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 28,643 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2017 26,034 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 23,664 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 20,681 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2014 18,233 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 18,233 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 12,004 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 9,247 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 6,507 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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DS08 XXX is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 24,278 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 DS08 XXX, 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 18 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 DS08 XXX registered?

DS08 XXX is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6, first registered on 16 April 2008.

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The MOT history for DS08 XXX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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