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KU06 SWL

2006 Honda CBF600

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

37,701 mi
Last recorded37,701 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Honda CBF60017,223 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU06 SWL
MakeHonda
ModelCBF600
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 37,701 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 31,709 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 44,583 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2023 44,583 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Fail 19 Feb 2022 44,571 miles

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort can be felt through front end of motorcycle (1.2.1 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Motorcycle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced front engine mount broken (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure switch gear insecure (4.2.2 (b))

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail both front and rear sprockets (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls front and rear (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected sticking throttle (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

cracks inbetween tread of front tyre

Pass 6 Apr 2021 43,321 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Front tyre cracks between tread

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Apr 2021 43,321 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Front tyre cracks between tread

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 4,280 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 3 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016
Fail 20 Apr 2012 40,776 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 40,776 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 31,792 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 18,247 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 14,292 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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KU06 SWL is a 2006 Honda CBF600 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2006 Honda CBF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 17,223 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 KU06 SWL, 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 20 years old, this Honda CBF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KU06 SWL registered?

KU06 SWL is a 2006 Honda CBF600, first registered on 19 August 2006.

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