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GK09 XZB

2009 Honda Cbf 600 SA-8

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

87,734 mi
Last recorded87,734 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda Cbf 600 SA-819,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK09 XZB
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 600 SA-8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 87,734 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear bolt loose from rear carrier not likely to break

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 85,454 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 80,534 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 77,100 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 14 Mar 2022 76,760 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 71,397 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 71,397 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 59,427 miles

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

Front Front mudguard had free play but secure

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2019 59,427 miles

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

Front Front mudguard had free play but secure

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 54,545 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 46,717 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 45,767 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 42,038 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 36,662 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 30,343 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2013 20,610 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 6 Apr 2013 20,610 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 19,926 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 9,869 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 600 SA-8?

Based on 5,595 MOT tests across 502 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
1,279
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
502
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 39
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 28
wheel bearings have excessive free play 23
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
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GK09 XZB is a 2009 Honda Cbf 600 SA-8 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 Honda Cbf 600 SA-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 19,536 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 600 SA-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK09 XZB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf 600 SA-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Honda Cbf 600 SA-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GK09 XZB registered?

GK09 XZB is a 2009 Honda Cbf 600 SA-8, first registered on 21 March 2009.

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