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HV57 VYY

2007 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

53,807 mi
Last recorded53,807 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Honda Cbf 1000 A-719,419 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV57 VYY
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 A-7
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 53,807 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2026 53,807 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 45,739 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 42,849 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 36,104 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 32,617 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 31,524 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 29,870 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 28,118 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2017 26,090 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front pads getting low.

Pass 21 Jun 2016 22,719 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))

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

Fail 11 Jul 2015 15,578 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 18,578 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 18,046 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 16,413 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 16,413 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 15,873 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 15,873 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 14,414 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 11,803 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 11,803 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 11,256 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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HV57 VYY is a 2007 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2007 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 19,419 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 HV57 VYY, 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 19 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 HV57 VYY registered?

HV57 VYY is a 2007 Honda Cbf 1000 A-7, first registered on 27 September 2007.

Is HV57 VYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV57 VYY shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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