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GL08 FWE

2008 Honda CB600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

48,970 mi
Last recorded48,970 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda CB60014,982 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 FWE
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 48,970 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jan 2026 48,968 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2024 46,063 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 45,896 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 43,577 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2019 43,577 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 36,412 miles

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

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

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

Fail 23 Aug 2018 36,412 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 29,756 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2017 29,756 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 22,112 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 19,598 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 15,744 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2014 15,744 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 11,823 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

number plate has small crack

Fail 8 Jul 2013 11,823 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

number plate has small crack

Pass 21 Jun 2011 9,438 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB600?

Based on 51,340 MOT tests across 4,424 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 773
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 476
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 379
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 332
reflector on motorcycle missing 297
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GL08 FWE is a 2008 Honda CB600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2008 Honda CB600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 14,982 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 CB600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 773 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL08 FWE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Honda CB600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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GL08 FWE is a 2008 Honda CB600, first registered on 21 June 2008.

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