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GL05 XGT

2005 Honda CBF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,187 mi
Last recorded30,187 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda CBF60018,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 XGT
MakeHonda
ModelCBF600
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 30,187 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 29,973 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2025 29,959 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2024 29,421 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Feb 2024 29,421 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 25,665 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 25,622 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 25,485 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 25,409 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 25,190 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 25,182 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 24 Mar 2014 25,165 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 25,165 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 15,033 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 4,221 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 3,970 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 3,749 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 3,699 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBF600?

Based on 51,353 MOT tests across 4,122 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
1,196
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 612
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 503
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 260
wheel bearings have excessive free play 254
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GL05 XGT is a 2005 Honda CBF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Honda CBF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 18,476 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 CBF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 612 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL05 XGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Honda CBF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL05 XGT registered?

GL05 XGT is a 2005 Honda CBF600, first registered on 23 July 2005.

Is GL05 XGT safe to buy?

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