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GK09 XZD

2009 Honda Cb 600 FA-8

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

54,859 mi
Last recorded54,859 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda Cb 600 FA-816,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK09 XZD
MakeHonda
ModelCb 600 FA-8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 31 May 2025 54,859 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 May 2024 54,704 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 21 May 2024 54,704 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls not working off front brake (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 54,360 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 54,360 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2019 51,825 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2017 51,566 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Hazard lights not working.

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

Fail 18 Nov 2017 51,566 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly Tank preventing heated grip cable from returning correctly at full lock. (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Hazard lights not working.

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

Pass 27 Jun 2015 50,586 miles

Rear brake pads worn

Front brake pads worn

Front tyre worn close to limit

Pass 2 May 2014 49,401 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 49,394 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 40,940 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 25,775 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 600 FA-8?

Based on 4,693 MOT tests across 429 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
1,165
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
429
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26
wheel bearings have excessive free play 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 17
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GK09 XZD is a 2009 Honda Cb 600 FA-8 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2009 Honda Cb 600 FA-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 16,016 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 Cb 600 FA-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK09 XZD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was GK09 XZD registered?

GK09 XZD is a 2009 Honda Cb 600 FA-8, first registered on 28 March 2009.

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