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EF56 CXA

2007 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

43,813 mi
Last recorded43,813 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Honda CBF50022,774 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 CXA
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 43,813 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2025 42,919 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 41,031 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 38,994 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 38,994 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 23 May 2022 36,723 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 36,636 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 33,745 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 30,850 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 17,939 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 16,255 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 14,329 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 Jan 2012 14,329 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Jan 2011 10,627 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 7,174 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda CBF500?

Based on 20,608 MOT tests across 1,723 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
1,444
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
1,723
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 310
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 217
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 163
wheel bearings have excessive free play 151
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 144
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EF56 CXA is a 2007 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2007 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 22,774 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBF500 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 310 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EF56 CXA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF500 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 19 years old, this Honda CBF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EF56 CXA registered?

EF56 CXA is a 2007 Honda CBF500, first registered on 16 February 2007.

Is EF56 CXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF56 CXA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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