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GK56 ZHM

2006 Honda CBF500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

28,025 mi
Last recorded28,025 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda CBF50025,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK56 ZHM
MakeHonda
ModelCBF500
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 28,025 miles

fork dust seals deteriorated

Pass 30 Jan 2025 27,224 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2025 27,224 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 23,412 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 17,896 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2023 17,896 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 16,817 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2022 16,817 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 15,498 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 14,878 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 14,309 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 13,828 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 13,269 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 12,667 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 12,667 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Nov 2014 11,418 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 11,397 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 11,190 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 10,657 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 9,814 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 8,746 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 8,746 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 3 Sep 2009 6,464 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 ZHM is a 2006 Honda CBF500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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

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 ZHM, 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 ZHM registered?

GK56 ZHM is a 2006 Honda CBF500, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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