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EF56 SXM

2006 Honda Cbf 500 A-6

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,076 mi
Last recorded27,076 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda Cbf 500 A-625,320 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 SXM
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 500 A-6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2026 27,076 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 26,640 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 26,289 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2023 25,792 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 25,730 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 25,668 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 25,578 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 25,490 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 25,446 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2017 25,413 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 25,355 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 23,744 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2014 21,507 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 19,030 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 14,518 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 8,593 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 5,780 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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EF56 SXM is a 2006 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EF56 SXM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EF56 SXM?

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What year was EF56 SXM registered?

EF56 SXM is a 2006 Honda Cbf 500 A-6, first registered on 9 December 2006.

Is EF56 SXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF56 SXM shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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