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GK56 ZGW

2006 Honda CBF500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

38,615 mi
Last recorded38,615 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Honda CBF50025,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK56 ZGW
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 38,615 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2024 37,646 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2023 36,841 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 36,066 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 34,781 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 34,021 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2019 33,931 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 29,409 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 25,898 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2016 22,631 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 19,432 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 15,579 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 12,268 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 9,668 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 6,657 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 5,923 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 5,923 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 5,032 miles

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
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GK56 ZGW is a 2006 Honda CBF500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2006 Honda CBF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 25,482 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 GK56 ZGW, 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.

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What year was GK56 ZGW registered?

GK56 ZGW is a 2006 Honda CBF500, first registered on 24 September 2006.

Is GK56 ZGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK56 ZGW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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