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FG08 MXW

2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

37,243 mi
Last recorded37,243 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-624,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 MXW
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 500 A-6
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 37,243 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 36,431 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 35,707 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 34,765 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 33,546 miles
Fail 4 May 2022 33,546 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 32,076 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 31,985 miles

Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 29,078 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 28,587 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 26,767 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 25,315 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 23,810 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 23,810 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jan 2013 22,358 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 18,554 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 13,432 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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FG08 MXW is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FG08 MXW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FG08 MXW?

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What year was FG08 MXW registered?

FG08 MXW is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FG08 MXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 MXW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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