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FH57 XHA

2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

54,976 mi
Last recorded54,976 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-624,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH57 XHA
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 500 A-6
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 54,976 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 54,155 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 53,296 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 52,474 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 51,400 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 50,769 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 50,078 miles

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

Front brake slightly binding

Pass 15 Jan 2019 46,106 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Tight spot in drive chain

Pass 15 Jan 2018 42,331 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 42,331 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 38,253 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 34,302 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 30,246 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 26,191 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 21,957 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 21,957 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 18,009 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 13,476 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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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FH57 XHA is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 FH57 XHA, 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

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What year was FH57 XHA registered?

FH57 XHA is a 2008 Honda Cbf 500 A-6, first registered on 17 January 2008.

Is FH57 XHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH57 XHA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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