CarVerify

Free Car Check

FA06 GKP

2006 Honda CBF500

Red Petrol 499cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,536 mi
Last recorded63,536 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda CBF50025,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA06 GKP
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 63,536 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2025 61,685 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

number plate light lens missing

Pass 10 May 2024 58,700 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

number plate light lens missing

Pass 27 May 2023 55,736 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 54,033 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Lower Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 May 2022 54,033 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Lower Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 53,308 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 53,308 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 53,241 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 49,719 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 49,029 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 49,020 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 46,126 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 42,342 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 36,010 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 29,373 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 3 Sep 2010 29,372 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 21,193 miles

Outer Front 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
Full Honda CBF500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FA06 GKP is a 2006 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 2006 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 25,482 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 FA06 GKP, 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 20 years old, this Honda CBF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FA06 GKP?

You can check the full history of FA06 GKP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FA06 GKP registered?

FA06 GKP is a 2006 Honda CBF500, first registered on 14 August 2006.

Is FA06 GKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA06 GKP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FA06 GKP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FA06 GKP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.