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HJ08 ZGW

2008 Honda CB600

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

35,908 mi
Last recorded35,908 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda CB60014,982 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 ZGW
MakeHonda
ModelCB600
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 35,908 miles

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

drive chain dry (needs lubricating)

Pass 20 Aug 2024 35,498 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2023 35,079 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2023 34,923 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 29 Jun 2023 34,919 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 May 2022 34,678 miles
Fail 21 May 2022 34,678 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 34,142 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 33,623 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2018 33,199 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 32,727 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 31,703 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 31,702 miles

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

number plate damaged

Pass 8 Aug 2015 29,967 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 3 May 2014 24,464 miles
Fail 3 May 2014 24,464 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2013 19,248 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 13,386 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 6,842 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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HJ08 ZGW is a 2008 Honda CB600 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 HJ08 ZGW, 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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What year was HJ08 ZGW registered?

HJ08 ZGW is a 2008 Honda CB600, first registered on 8 April 2008.

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