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GL56 BDZ

2006 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

34,893 mi
Last recorded34,893 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Honda Cbf 1000 A-724,043 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL56 BDZ
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 A-7
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 34,893 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2025 34,888 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Oil on brakes (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2024 34,377 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2024 34,367 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2023 34,300 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 33,513 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 30,903 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 28,946 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2019 28,946 miles

Rear Chain guard insecure (6.1.7 (i))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2018 26,527 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 26,097 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 25,732 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 24,128 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 21,194 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 17,190 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 17,176 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 15,111 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 12,327 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 10,298 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 1000 A-7?

Based on 10,790 MOT tests across 835 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
1,178
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
835
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 97
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44
wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 26
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GL56 BDZ is a 2006 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2006 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 24,043 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 Cbf 1000 A-7 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL56 BDZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL56 BDZ registered?

GL56 BDZ is a 2006 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7, first registered on 15 December 2006.

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