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EK58 MVS

2008 Honda CBF500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,237 mi
Last recorded43,237 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda CBF50023,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 MVS
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 43,237 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Feb 2026 43,237 miles

Nearside Front Lower Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 41,092 miles

Exhaust noisy Baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 40,316 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 40,078 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 Apr 2023 40,074 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 39,875 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 39,079 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 36,264 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2018 35,023 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 23,765 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 26,669 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 26,579 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 22,612 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 18,073 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 13,883 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 7,823 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 7,811 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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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EK58 MVS is a 2008 Honda CBF500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 23,604 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 CBF500 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 310 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK58 MVS, 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 18 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 EK58 MVS registered?

EK58 MVS is a 2008 Honda CBF500, first registered on 12 November 2008.

Is EK58 MVS safe to buy?

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